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Crabapple SUGAR TYME®

Tagged as: Crabapples for the Home Landscape

 

Botanical Name: Malus 'Sutyzam'
Common Name: Crabapple SUGAR TYME®

Updated 10/2012

Height: 18-20' Spread: 15-18' Habit/Form: Upright -Oval Growth Rate: Medium Zone: 4 to 7

Cultural Requirements: Plant in full sun for best flowering and fruiting. Prefers well-drained, slightly moist, and acidic to neutral soils. Once mature, crabapples tolerate drought conditions, but benefit with a 3-4-inch layer of organic mulch.  Disease resistance: Scab-Excellent, Fire blight-Good, Rust-Good, Mildew-Good.

Ornamental Characteristics: Single pink buds open white and produce persistent red fruits.

Uses in the Landscape: Select a crabapple for your desired attributes (size, flower color, persistent fruits) and good disease resistance. Use as specimen plants or in mass for spectacular seasonal interest.

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