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Crabapple/ Prairifire

  • Grows into a rounded shape with some what whispy branches
  • Blooms later than most crabapples, with pinkish-red-purple single flowers
  • Leaves emerge purple, turn green in summer, and can be a vibrant orange-red in fall
  • 1/2" purple fruit persists on the tree through winter
Scientific Name:
Malas 'Prairifire'
Zone: 4
Mature Height: 15'-20'
Mature Spread: 15'-20'
Type: Ornamental
Size: Average
Bloom Time: Spring
Fruiting: Ornamental
Flower Color:
Red, Pink
Fall Color:
Orange
Attributes:
Full Sun
Full Sun
Moderate Water
Moderate Water
Pollinator
Pollinator
Additional Information:

Unique Features: The Prairiefire Crabapple grows moderately into a rounded form.  With time, the branches become more horizontal and can develop a slight droop.  The foliage emerges maroon, then ages to dark green, and can have outstanding fall color in shades of yellow to orange red.  The profuse spring flowers are deep pink-red, about 1 ½” across with a slight fragrance.  The purplish-red fruit (also profuse) is ½” in size and persists on the tree into winter. The Prairiefire has excellent disease resistance, including fire blight. It is also listed by several sources as resistant to the Japanese beetle.  All Crabapples are approved by the Town of Parker.

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Crabapple/ Prairifire

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Scientific Name: Malas 'Prairifire'
  • Grows into a rounded shape with some what whispy branches
  • Blooms later than most crabapples, with pinkish-red-purple single flowers
  • Leaves emerge purple, turn green in summer, and can be a vibrant orange-red in fall
  • 1/2" purple fruit persists on the tree through winter
Zone: 4
Mature Height: 15'-20'
Mature Spread: 15'-20'
Bloom: Spring
Fruiting: Ornamental
Flower Color:
Red, Pink
Fall Color:
Orange
Attributes:
Full Sun
Full Sun
Moderate Water
Moderate Water
Pollinator
Pollinator