Adirondack Crabapple
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| Plant Information | |
| Common Name | Adirondack Crabapple |
| Botanical Name | Malus x Adirondack |
| Description | |
| Plant Type | Ornamental |
| Mature Height | 15 to 20 ft |
| Mature Width | 12 to 15 ft |
| Growth Habit | Upright |
| Bloom Color | White with Pink Edge |
| Bloom Interest | Showy |
| Bloom Period | April |
| Seasonal Interest | Spring, Fall |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Type | Simple |
| Fall Color | Orange-red |
| Attributes | 1/2" Orange-red, Decorative Fruit |
| Attracts Butterflies | Yes |
| Attracts Birds | Yes |
| Care | |
| Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 to 8 |
| Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
| Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
| Maintenance Level | Moderate |
| Cost | Moderate |
| Watering Notes | Water deeply if rainfall is less than 1" per week especially for the first 3 years after planting. After roots are established, water deeply in extreme weather situations. |
| Fertilize Notes | According to Missouri Department of Conservation, trees seldom need to be fertilized even when planting. But it may be used to increase growth rates. If the tree is weak or distressed, fertilizer should only be applied sparingly. |
| Prune Notes | Prune out all water sprouts growing up from interior branches, then prune out any interior branches that grow back into the center. On the exterior, only prune branches that are being shaded by overhead branches. |