Flowering Crabapple, 'Gladiator'
50mm
$525.00
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Flowering Crabapple, 'Gladiator'
$525.00
Malus 'Gladiator'
Appearance: A lush and hardy specimen with a desirably narrow, upright/columnar growth habit, Gladiator Flowering Crabapple is a sought after accent tree for anywhere space is limited. Showy, fragrant, deep pink blossoms emerge from rose-coloured buds in spring. Leaves are a pointy, oval shape in a rich burgundy hue, turning yellow in fall. Purple, ornamental fruit is small in size and persists on branches until winter.
Care and Maintenance: This disease resistant variety features a low canopy (3' from ground) and requires only occasional maintenance. It is best pruned in late winter, after the risk of extreme cold has passed. Prefers average to moist soil conditions and is adaptable to a variety of soil types/pH. Highly tolerant of urban pollution, this tree can thrive in city landscapes.
Mature Height: 20' Mature Spread: 8-9'
Growth Rate: Moderate
Hardiness Zone: 2a
Sunlight: Full sun
Appearance: A lush and hardy specimen with a desirably narrow, upright/columnar growth habit, Gladiator Flowering Crabapple is a sought after accent tree for anywhere space is limited. Showy, fragrant, deep pink blossoms emerge from rose-coloured buds in spring. Leaves are a pointy, oval shape in a rich burgundy hue, turning yellow in fall. Purple, ornamental fruit is small in size and persists on branches until winter.
Care and Maintenance: This disease resistant variety features a low canopy (3' from ground) and requires only occasional maintenance. It is best pruned in late winter, after the risk of extreme cold has passed. Prefers average to moist soil conditions and is adaptable to a variety of soil types/pH. Highly tolerant of urban pollution, this tree can thrive in city landscapes.
Mature Height: 20' Mature Spread: 8-9'
Growth Rate: Moderate
Hardiness Zone: 2a
Sunlight: Full sun