Crab Apple Raspberry Spear is a striking deciduous tree with rich burgundy foliage, ideal for driveways, avenues and feature planting.

At a glance Pot: 400mm pot Height now: approx. 1.5m Mature size: 5–6m tall × 2–3m wide Sun: full sun Foliage: deciduous Hardiness: frost hardy

Why choose a Raspberry Spear Crab Apple?

Raspberry-pink blossoms and deep burgundy summer foliage give this narrow crab apple strong seasonal colour. Tight, upright branching keeps its form naturally neat with minimal pruning, making it a useful vertical accent that also attracts bees and birds.

How can I use it in my garden?

• Use as a feature in a courtyard, entrance or lawn.

• Plant an avenue or driveway where width is limited.

• Mix with broader crab apples for a layered seasonal display.

Where does it grow best?

Grow in full sun in fertile, well-drained soil. It is frost hardy and reliable in cool climates.

What does it look like through the year?

Raspberry-pink flowers cover the tree in spring, followed by deep burgundy foliage in summer. Fiery autumn tones precede leaf fall, leaving a slim upright winter structure.