Step into the enchanting world of Malus 'Butterball', an award-winning crab apple tree celebrated for its spring blooms and autumn fruits. Ideal for small gardens, this ornamental tree adds both beauty and practicality, offering delightful flowers and delicious fruit for jellies.
Admire the charming display of Malus 'Butterball'. In spring, it produces blush pink flowers that mature to pure white, attracting an array of wildlife. As the seasons change, these blossoms give way to clusters of marble-sized, yellow fruits, tinged occasionally with orange. These fruits are not only a crucial food source for birds but are also perfect for culinary use, especially in making crab apple jellies.
Height (when grown): 4m
Spread: 3m
Soil Type: Clay, Loam, Sand
Position: Sheltered
Lighting: Full Sun to Partial Shade
Hardiness: Hardy
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Malus 'Butterball' | Crab Apple Tree
- Foliage: Deciduous, displaying green leaves that turn to orange in autumn.
- Flowers: Blush pink turning to pure white, offering spring beauty and attracting wildlife.
- Mature Height & Spread: Compact form suitable for small to medium-sized gardens.
- Fruit: Yellow, marble-sized fruits ideal for jelly making and providing winter bird feed.
- Plant Interest: Offers multi-season interest from spring blooms to autumn and winter fruits.
