Malus 'Prairie Fire'

A new selection, Malus 'Prairie Fire' is primarily grown for its display of vivid dark pink-purple flowers in spring, followed by small, purple fruit in autumn. The summer leaves are dark green with occasional autumn tints before the leaves fall in October.

An eye-catching compact garden tree which is excellent for spring interest with its colourful flowers.

• Position: Full sun or partial shade.
• Soil: Any fertile soil.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: April - May.
• Flower Colour: Dark pink-purple
• Rate of Growth: Moderate.
• Habit: Malus 'Prairie Fire' grows to be a small tree with a branching reasonably upright habit.
  • Height: up to 4 - 5 m (13 - 16 ft).
  • Spread: 4 m (13 ft).

• Pruning: Malus 'Prairie Fire' can be pruned to shape in late winter or early spring if required.