Pink Spires Crabapple

Pink Spring Blooms
Upright Compact Form
Bird-Friendly Fruit

Our Guarantee Customer Reviews

#7 Container

$161.00

5 in stock

Size

Clear

Add installation for only _ per item!

$161.00

The Grasshopper Guarantee

We guarantee that your plants and trees will arrive happy and healthy. If you’re not satisfied after receiving your trees and plants, we’ll replace them at no cost to you. Trees and plants are living organisms and require care, maintenance, and protection to survive, root in, and establish properly. Trees that do not survive despite receiving the proper care, maintenance, and protection within the first year will be considered for a one-time replacement. If you purchased plants outside of your growing zone recommendation, or have not properly cared for your new plants as described in your welcome letter, your purchase won’t be covered by our Grasshopper guarantee.
FREE Local Delivery

Grasshopper Gardens offers free home delivery to customers in our local service areas. Experience the convenience of having your plants delivered straight to your home, free of charge, saving you time and effort.

Our local delivery area reaches as far north as Schroon Lake, south to Voorheesville, Glenmont, and East Greenbush areas, parts of Fulton and Montgomery counties, much of Washington County, and all areas in between. If you have questions on local delivery, give us a call at

518-793-9623.
In Stock
518-793-9623

Pink Spires 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.

Pink Spires Crabapple

Pink Spires Crabapple is a compact deciduous flowering tree valued for pink spring blooms, upright form, and small ornamental fruit. Its refined habit and seasonal color make it an attractive accent for sunny lawns, entry plantings, mixed borders, and smaller landscape spaces.

Why choose Pink Spires Crabapple?

Choose Pink Spires Crabapple for spring flower power in a space-conscious ornamental tree. Its upright growth habit gives it a graceful vertical presence without overwhelming the landscape, while pink blossoms create a cheerful early-season display. After flowering, green foliage fills the canopy through summer, and small crabapple fruits can add late-season interest while supporting birds. It works especially well as a specimen tree, paired entry accent, or colorful addition to mixed ornamental beds.

Key Characteristics

Botanical Name: Malus ‘Pink Spires’
Common Name: Pink Spires Crabapple
Plant Type: Deciduous flowering tree
Growth Habit: Upright, narrow to oval ornamental tree

Pink Spires Crabapple Additional Information

Pink Spires Crabapple brings classic crabapple beauty in an upright form that fits well into residential landscapes. In spring, the tree produces pink flowers that open along the branches before the canopy fully fills in, creating a bright seasonal focal point. The foliage is green through the growing season and helps provide a clean ornamental backdrop after bloom.

Small crabapple fruits may develop later in the season, adding subtle color and wildlife value as birds visit the tree. As a deciduous tree, Pink Spires Crabapple drops its leaves in fall, leaving its branching structure visible through winter. Plant it where spring flowers can be enjoyed up close, such as near walkways, lawns, patios, and front-yard beds. Prune lightly during dormancy to maintain shape, improve branching, and remove crossing or damaged limbs.

Planting & Care

1. Planting: Plant Pink Spires Crabapple in full sun with well-drained soil and good air circulation. Set the root ball level with the surrounding grade, backfill with native soil, and water thoroughly after planting.

2. Watering: Water deeply and consistently during the first growing seasons to help roots establish. Once established, provide supplemental watering during extended dry periods, especially in hot weather or fast-draining soils.

3. Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and reduce competition from turf. Keep mulch pulled back from the trunk to protect the bark.

4. Pruning: Prune during dormancy when needed to shape the canopy, remove crossing branches, and maintain a strong structure. Avoid heavy pruning, since crabapples look best with their natural ornamental form.

Related Resources

FAQs

How big does Pink Spires Crabapple get?
Pink Spires Crabapple is grown as a small ornamental tree with an upright form, making it useful for yards, borders, and tighter landscape spaces where a broad shade tree would be too large.
When does Pink Spires Crabapple bloom?
It typically blooms in spring with pink flowers that appear before or as the new foliage emerges. The spring floral display is one of its strongest ornamental features.
Where should I plant Pink Spires Crabapple?
Plant it in a sunny, open location with well-drained soil and enough room for the canopy to develop naturally. It works well as a specimen, entry accent, or mixed-border tree.
Does Pink Spires Crabapple produce fruit?
Yes. Like many ornamental crabapples, it can produce small crabapple fruits after flowering. These fruits add seasonal interest and may attract birds later in the year.

Shipping Details

Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you’ll receive an email with a tracking number.

Amount of Order	Shipping Charge
Local Delivery	FREE SHIPPING
Non-Local Delivery	Varies based on UPS shipping

Tall Growth
Full Sun
Flowering

Mature Height	Medium: Up to 30 ft
Mature Spread	10-20 ft
Growth Rate	Moderate
Botanical Name	Malus 'Pink Spires'
Bloom Time	Mid spring, Early Spring
Deer Resistant	No
Family	Rosaceae
Flower Color	Pink
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7
Light Needs	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low
Size	#7 Container

Map of the United States with all states outlined and filled in dark greenli

Growing Zones 4-8 Outdoors

(Hardy down to -30)

Compare Similar Products

Name	Gladiator Crabapple	Heritage River Birch	Snowdrift Crabapple	Green Giant Arborvitae	Profusion Crabapple	Spring Snow Crabapple
Rating
Mature Height	Medium: Up to 30 ft	Large: Up to 30 ft or more	Medium: Up to 30 ft	Large: Up to 30 ft or more	Large: Up to 30 ft or more	Large: Up to 30 ft or more
Mature Spread	5-10 ft	20+ ft	20+ ft	10-20 ft	20+ ft	20+ ft
Growth Rate	Fast	Fast	Fast, Moderate	Fast, Moderate	Fast, Moderate	Fast, Moderate
Bloom Time	Mid spring	Mid spring, Early Spring	Mid spring	Non Flowering	Mid spring, Early Spring	Mid spring
Flower Color	Pink	Non Flowering	White	Non Flowering	Pink	White
Family	Rosaceae	Betulaceae	Rosaceae	Cupressaceae	Rosaceae	Rosaceae
Deer Resistant	No	Usually	Usually	Usually	Usually	No
Hardiness Zones	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	5, 6, 7, 8	4, 5, 6, 7, 8	4, 5, 6, 7, 8
Light Needs	Full Sun	Full Sun, Partial Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun	Full Sun
Maintenance	Low	Low	Low	Low	Low	Low