Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Malus ‘Purple Prince’
Common Name: Purple Prince Crabapple
Family: Rosaceae
Height: 10-15 feet at maturity
Spread: 10-15 feet
Flower Color: Deep purple-red
Fruit Color: Reddish-purple crabapples
Fall Foliage Color: Green with potential yellow or bronze hues
Growth Habit: Rounded, compact form
Sunlight: Full sun
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 Purple Prince Crabapple
The Purple Prince Crabapple adds a dramatic splash of color to your garden with its unique dark red flowers and vibrant fruit. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller spaces, while its year-round visual interest ensures it stands out in any landscape. Easy to maintain and resilient to pests, the Purple Prince Crabapple is a stunning choice for anyone looking to enhance their garden with bold, lasting beauty.
Purple Prince Crab-red
The Purple Prince Crabapple (Malus ‘Purple Prince’) is a striking ornamental tree renowned for its rich, dark red flowers and bold, vibrant fruit. This compact tree typically grows to about 10-15 feet in height and spread, making it ideal for smaller landscapes and urban gardens. In spring, it showcases clusters of deep purple-red blossoms that add dramatic color to your garden. By fall, it produces small, reddish-purple crabapples that persist into winter, providing continuous visual appeal and attracting wildlife.
