- Botanical name: Malus x purpurea 'Crimson Cascade'
- Common name: Ornamental apple
- Family: Rosaceae
- Plant Type: Tree, Deciduous
White
Purple
Malus x purpurea ‘Crimson Cascade’ is an attractive small tree with an arching, weeping habit. It was found by chance by amateur gardener Dr Alan Warwick, who noticed that one of the Malus × purpurea ‘Aldenhamensis’ plants he had grown from seed had a weeping habit, unlike the other plants, which had an upright habit.
Its leaves emerge purple in spring and contrast beautifully with crimson single or semi-double flowers. Then, from late-summer to autumn, the foliage turns bronze-green, which perfectly complements the red-purple fruits.
Grow Malus x purpurea ‘Crimson Cascade’ in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
How to grow Malus 'Crimson Cascade'
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Plant size
4.5m height
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Aspect
South facing, west facing
- Sun exposure: Full shade, full sun, partial shade
- Hardiness: Hardy
- Soil type: Acidic / chalky / alkaline / clay / heavy / moist / well drained / light / sandy
Plant calendar
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Plant is not at its best in November |
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Plant is not at its best in December |
Malus 'Crimson Cascade' and wildlife
Malus 'Crimson Cascade' is known for attracting bees, birds and butterflies/moths. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Attractive to Bees
Does not attract Beneficial insects
Attractive to Birds
Attractive to Butterflies/Moths
Does not attract Other pollinators
Is Malus 'Crimson Cascade' poisonous?
Malus 'Crimson Cascade' can be toxic. Its seeds are toxic.
Toxic to Dogs
No reported toxicity to Birds
No reported toxicity to Cats
No reported toxicity to Horses
No reported toxicity to Livestock
No reported toxicity to People
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