Botanical profile

Malus 'Urban Blushing Delight'

Latin name
Malus 'Urban Blushing Delight'
Common name
Columnar Apple Tree ‘Urban Blushing Delight’
Type
Fruit tree
Family
Rosaceae

The Malus ‘Urban Blushing Delight’, also known as the ‘Urban Blushing Delight’ columnar apple tree, is a deciduous fruit tree with a narrow, upright habit, perfectly suited for small gardens, balconies, or patios. It captivates with its pale pink to white spring blossoms, followed by glossy green foliage and small, pink-flushed apples at maturity, which are sweet and flavorful, ideal for fresh consumption. Disease-resistant, hardy, and easy to grow in well-drained soil, this compact apple tree integrates wonderfully into confined spaces while adding an elegant vertical presence. It combines ornamental interest, fruit performance, and a small footprint, making it an excellent choice for urban edible landscapes.

Care guide

Growing conditions

Light, soil, water and hardiness

Hardiness zone
Zone 4
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Fertilization
Organic matter in spring
Soil type
Well drained, fertile
Minimum temperature
-35 °C (-31 °F)
Plant appearance

Blooming, foliage and shape

Blooming period
Spring
Flower color
Pink to white
Fruiting
Small, pink, sweet apples
Foliage color
Green
Foliage type
Obsolete
Shape
Columnar / narrow
Garden structure

Size and growth

Height
10 ft (3 m)
Width
1 m (3 ft)
Growth rate
Moderate
Vegetable garden and yield

Companion planting, spacing and harvest

Fruit tree type
Apple
Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies

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