Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Malus ‘Ruby Tears™’
Common Name: Ruby Tears™ Crabapple
Family: Rosaceae
Height: 10-15 feet at maturity
Spread: 12-15 feet
Flower Color: Deep ruby-red
Fruit Color: Small, red crabapples
Fall Foliage Color: Green with possible yellow or bronze hues
Growth Habit: Weeping, cascading form
Sunlight: Full sun to part shade
Soil Preference: Well-drained soils
Water Needs: Regular watering; keep soil moist
Cold Hardiness: Hardy in USDA zones 4-8
Pest and Disease Resistance: Generally resistant to common pests and diseases
Why You Will Love Ruby Tears™ Crabapple
The Ruby Tears™ Crabapple brings a touch of elegance and whimsy to your garden with its unique weeping form and vibrant ruby-red flowers. Its compact size and cascading growth make it an excellent choice for adding visual interest to smaller spaces. With its easy maintenance and resistance to pests, Ruby Tears™ Crabapple offers year-round beauty and charm, enhancing your landscape with its stunning floral displays and appealing fruit.
First Editions®Ruby Tears™ Crab
The Ruby Tears™ Crabapple (Malus ‘Ruby Tears™’) is a distinctive ornamental tree known for its cascading, weeping growth habit and striking ruby-red flowers. It typically reaches a height of 10-15 feet with a spread of 12-15 feet, making it suitable for smaller gardens and landscapes. In spring, Ruby Tears™ Crabapple produces clusters of deep red flowers that create a dramatic visual impact. By fall, it bears small, red crabapples that add seasonal interest and attract wildlife.
