Botanical profile

Malus 'Sugar Time'

Latin name
Malus 'Sugar Time'
Common name
Ornamental apple tree 'Sugar Time'
Type
Fruit tree
Family
Rosaceae

Malus 'Sugar Time' is a rounded crabapple tree with delicately scented, pale pink flowers that open in large numbers in spring. It then produces small, light red fruits that persist into winter, adding a bright, sweet note to the landscape. Its medium-green foliage turns golden yellow in autumn. 'Sugar Time' is a tree with a soft, balanced style, perfect for formal or family gardens.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate watering
Fertilization
Slow-release fertilizer 14-7-14 or 4-2-8. Fertilize monthly or as directed on the bag. Add Myke at planting.
Soil type
Slightly acidic to neutral, well drained
Minimum temperature
'-40°C
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
White
Fruiting
Pale pink to red cheekbones, very ornamental.
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Tree-like
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
4 to 5 m (13 to 16 feet)
Width
4 m (13 feet)
Growth rate
average
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Crabapple
Not recommended for pets
Not recommended for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

Hummingbirds
Flowers that attract hummingbirds

Hummingbirds

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