Crab Apple - Royal Raindrops - 400mm pot

🌸✨ Malus ‘Royal Raindrops’ – Crab Apple ‘Royal Raindrops’ ✨🌸
 
The Crab Apple ‘Royal Raindrops’ is a spectacular ornamental tree, showcasing magenta-pink blossoms in spring, followed by rich purple foliage and small red fruits that attract wildlife. A hardy, four-season performer with stunning ornamental value. 💗🍂🐦
 
🌱 Size & Pot
✔️ 400mm pot – approx. 2.8m tall right now 🌳
✔️ Upright young tree with strong branching for quick establishment
 
☀️ Sun & Soil
✔️ Full sun ☀️
✔️ Fertile, well-drained soil preferred
✔️ Frost hardy ❄️
 
🍂 Foliage & Seasonal Changes
✔️ Spring: masses of magenta-pink blossoms 🌸💖
✔️ Summer: rich purple, deeply cut foliage holds its colour 🌿🍷
✔️ Autumn: foliage glows with orange-red highlights and clusters of tiny red fruits 🍂🍎
✔️ Winter: bare branches add structure and texture
 
🌳 Growth Habit & Mature Size
✔️ Upright, rounded canopy
✔️ Grows approx. 5–6m tall × 4–5m wide
✔️ Low-maintenance; prune lightly in winter if needed
 
💡 Special Characteristics
✔️ Striking purple foliage and pink blossom 🌟
✔️ Small red fruits attract birds and wildlife 🐦
✔️ Hardy, cool-climate performer in Ballarat ❄️
✔️ Multi-season interest: blossom, foliage, fruit, and form
 
🌸 Planting Ideas
✔️ Feature tree for lawns, courtyards, or gardens
✔️ Avenue planting for a colourful spring and autumn display 🌳🌸
✔️ Pair with maples, pears, or cherries for layered seasonal colour
✔️ Perfect for cottage, formal, or wildlife-friendly gardens