Adams Crabapple

Name: Adams Crabapple Tree
Brand: Grasshopper Gardens
SKU: ACT-67890
Price: 139.99 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.6 (22 reviews)

Rosy Spring Blooms
Bright Red Fruit
Rounded Ornamental Form

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Adams Crabapple

Sunlight
Can grow in a range from full sun to partial shade. They need at least six hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight per day.
Watering
Regular watering schedule for the first six months. Once established, rainwater should be sufficient.
Fertilizing
Should not need any extra fertilizer unless your entire lawn and garden have problems and needs regular fertilizing.

Adams Crabapple

Adams Crabapple is a showy deciduous ornamental tree valued for rosy pink spring blooms, glossy green foliage, and persistent red fruit. Its rounded form and seasonal color make it a beautiful choice for lawns, borders, entry plantings, and small landscape focal points.

Why choose Adams Crabapple?

Choose Adams Crabapple for a classic ornamental crabapple with bright spring flowers and long-lasting fruit interest. Rosy buds open into pink blooms that add standout curb appeal, while red crabapples continue the display into fall and winter. Its manageable size and rounded canopy work well as a specimen tree, front-yard accent, or flowering anchor in mixed beds. The fruit also adds wildlife value, often drawing birds later in the season.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Malus ‘Adams’
Common Name: Adams Crabapple
Plant Type: Deciduous ornamental tree
Growth Habit: Rounded, spreading small flowering tree

Adams Crabapple Additional Information

Adams Crabapple brings multi-season ornamental value to sunny landscapes. In spring, the tree produces rosy pink flowers that brighten the branches and attract pollinators. Clean green foliage follows through summer, creating a full canopy and a polished backdrop for the small red crabapples that develop later in the season.

The fruit typically adds color from fall into winter and may be enjoyed by birds as temperatures cool. Adams Crabapple is deciduous, dropping its leaves in fall while leaving fruit and branching structure for continued seasonal interest. Use it as a lawn specimen, driveway accent, entry-area feature, or mixed-border tree where its flowers and fruit can be appreciated. Plant where occasional fallen fruit will not be an issue on heavily used walkways. Light pruning in late winter helps maintain good airflow, remove crossing branches, and preserve the rounded ornamental form.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Adams Crabapple in full sun with moist, well-drained soil and good air circulation. Set the root flare at or slightly above the surrounding grade, then backfill with native soil and water thoroughly.

2. Watering: Water regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, provide supplemental water during extended dry periods, especially in hot, exposed, or sandy sites.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and keep soil temperatures even. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk and root flare.

4. Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove dead, damaged, crossing, or crowded branches. Maintain an open canopy for healthy airflow while preserving the tree’s natural rounded shape.

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FAQs

How large does Adams Crabapple get?
Adams Crabapple typically matures into a small ornamental tree, often reaching about 15–25 feet tall with a similar spread depending on site conditions and pruning.
When does Adams Crabapple bloom?
Adams Crabapple blooms in spring with rosy pink flowers. The floral display is followed by small red crabapples that add color in fall and winter.
Does Adams Crabapple produce fruit?
Yes. Adams Crabapple produces small red fruit after flowering. The crabapples add late-season color and are often enjoyed by birds.
Where should I plant Adams Crabapple?
Plant it in a sunny, visible location with well-drained soil and enough room for its rounded canopy. It works well in lawns, borders, entries, and ornamental beds.

Shipping Details

1. Planting: This is a large landscape tree and as such, requires a bit of planning before planting. First, measure the area where you would like to plant your hedge or row. You will need the length of the area of planting to estimate the number of trees you need.

When planting, dig a hole for each tree that is three times as wide as the root ball but just as deep. Place the tree, fill in around the tree with the same soil you took out when initially digging the hole. Finally, tamp down as you fill to cut back on any air pockets from forming, water the tree, then mulch to conserve moisture.

2. Watering: For the first two weeks, water your new tree every other day by holding a hose around it and counting to 20. If you don’t have a hose, 2 large watering cans full of water will do (smaller trees may only need a light soaking so a single can may suffice).

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Tall Growth
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 30 ft
Mature Spread	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate
Botanical Name	Malus 'Adams'
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Summer
Deer Resistant	Usually
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Pink
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#15 Container, #7 Container, 2-3" Caliper, 3-4″ Caliper

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