Botanical profile

Rinki Crabapple

Latin name
Rinki Crabapple
Common name
Ornamental Apple 'Rinki'
Type
Fruit tree
Family
Rosaceae

Malus 'Rinki' is a compact and very hardy ornamental apple tree, prized for its abundant spring bloom of bright pink to pale pink flowers, followed by a significant production of small, glossy red fruits that persist into winter. Its rounded and dense habit, combined with bright green foliage that turns golden yellow in autumn, gives it continuous visual appeal throughout the season. Ideal for small gardens, solitary planting, or decorative beds, it blends harmoniously into residential landscapes. Highly resistant to scab and fungal diseases, 'Rinki' is a reliable and ornamental choice that prefers a sunny exposure and well-drained soil. This cultivar combines colorful blooms, winter fruiting, and a balanced silhouette, while being low-maintenance.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 2
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Spring, well-decomposed compost
Soil type
Well drained, fertile
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink
Fruiting
Small, bright red berries, very persistent and decorative
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Rounded compact
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
5 m (16 ft)
Width
8–10 ft (2.5–3 m)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Apple tree
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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