Malus x robusta 'Red Sentinel' is one of the most ornamental crab apple varieties, bearing pink-white flowers in late spring, followed by masses of glossy, round, red fruit. The fruits remain on the branches throughout autumn and winter, complementing the autumnal shades of the leaves before falling. Providing year-round interest, it's perfect for a small garden.
Grow Malus x robusta 'Red Sentinel' in fertile, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Remove dead, diseased and crossing branches in winter.
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Malus ‘Red sentinel’ and wildlife
Malus ‘Red sentinel’ is known for attracting bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies/moths and other pollinators. It is a caterpillar food plant, has nectar/pollen rich flowers, provides shelter and habitat and has seeds for birds.
