![]() Royal Raindrops Crabapple, Morton Arboretum acc. It has transformed into the West Side Malus collection which now contains 60 different kinds and over 140 specimens with highly desirable qualities. The Arboretum’s Crabapple Collection was started in 1924. There are about 55 different species in the genus Malus, and there are innumerable cultivars available in the landscape trade. ![]() Many of them are small in stature and can maintain visual interest throughout the changing seasons (spring flowers, fall fruit, textured bark and craggy branches in winter). Grows best in full sun, and is most attractive when fed peat moss and compost.Ĭrabapples (Malus) are the most stunning of spring flowering trees for Midwest landscapes and are a great choice for the home garden. Royal Raindrops crab tolerates wet soil, rabbits, deer and pollution, but is not disease resistant. They are somewhat winter persistent, about the size of a cherry. Royal Raindrops fruits are deep, shiny red. Superior disease resistance, adaptability, plus heat and drought tolerance make this unique crabapple a crown jewel among trees. This specimen was photographed on May 8th, near Chicago. Product Description Eye-popping magenta pink blooms, deep purple cutleaf foliage, sparkling red fruits and bright fall color give all-season appeal to this easy-care flowering ornamental. Red buds open to profuse, deep pink flowers in early to mid-May. ![]() Royal Raindrops crabapple is a broad-crowned deciduous tree growing to 25 feet tall and 20 wide. Remove root suckers at the base of the tree as soon as they appear.Royal Raindrops crabapple in bloom on May 8 Prune Royal Raindrops flowering crabapple after flowering in spring if needed to remove dead or damaged wood or branches that rub or cross other branches. Keep lawn grass away from the base of the tree the grass will compete with the tree for water and nutrients. Spread a 2 inch (5 cm.) layer of mulch around the tree to keep the soil moist and reduce evaporation. Although crabapple trees are drought tolerant, lack of water will affect next year’s flowering and fruit.įeed the tree with a balanced, general-purpose fertilizer before new growth emerges in late winter or early spring, beginning the year following planting. The tree may need additional water during hot, dry weather. Beware of watering excessively, which may cause root rot. Water Royal Raindrops regularly during the first few years to establish a healthy root system thereafter, an occasional deep watering is sufficient. Be sure the tree is sited where it receives full sunlight. Plant this flowering crabapple tree anytime between the last frost in spring and about three weeks before the first hard frost in fall.Ĭrabapple ‘Royal Raindrops’ are adaptable to nearly any type of well-drained soil, but acidic soil with a pH of 5.0 to 6.5 is preferable. ![]() Mature trees reach a height of up to 20 feet. Royal Raindrops flowering crabapple is suitable for growing in USDA plant hardiness zones 4 through 8. Growing Royal Raindrops CrabapplesĬrabapple ‘Royal Raindrops’ ( Malus transitoria ‘JFS-KW5’ or Malus JFS-KW5 ‘Royal Raindrops’) is a newer crabapple variety valued for its tolerance to heat and drought and excellent disease resistance. Interested in growing a royal raindrops tree in your garden? Read on for more information. The dark green leaves turn a bright coppery red in autumn. The blooms are followed by tiny, reddish purple fruits that provide food for birds well into winter. Royal Raindrops flowering crabapple is a newer crabapple variety with bold pinkish red flowers in spring.
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