Description Betchels Crab Apple Malus ioensis ‘Plena’ HEIGHT: 6.0m WIDTH: 5.0m *height & width at maturity FORM: Rounded, spreading GROWTH RATE: Slow FOLIAGE: Green leaves with distinct, coarsely serrated margins. Rich dark red and orange in autumn. FLOWERS: An excellent display of mildly fragrant, double flowers appearing in late spring. The outer petals of the buds are a soft, delicate pink and open to large, white flowers. Abundant blossom. FRUIT: Insignificant DESCRIPTION: Probably the most commonly planted of all Crab Apples, predominantly for its excellent spring floral display, this small growing tree also features very good autumn colour. The Bechtel Crab Apple is a good choice for small to medium landscape projects or where space is limited. LANDSCAPE USES: Excellent flowering tree suitable for small gardens, where space is restricted TOLERANCES: Prefers slightly acidic, well drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Does not tolerate soils of high pH well. TREE CARE: Plant in full sun in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth. Spray for apple scab if required.
