Malus x robusta 'Red Sentinel'

Description:

This highly ornamental Crab Apple variety is the best for holding on to it's bright red fruits through winter. In spring it is covered in very fragrant white blossom which emerges from pale pink buds. Due to its profuse flowering habit, it stays quite small as most of it's energy goes into producing the fruit which is also edible and fantastic food source for wildlife through the winter. Excellent for wildlife gardens with loads of pollen and nectar rich flowers and edible fruits and also wonderful for seasonal interest.

Height & Spread:

4-8m x 4-8m in 10-20 years

Flowering colour:

White

Soil Moisture Requirements:

Moist but well-drained

Resistance to Pests and Diseases:

Good, may get aphids

Flowering Period:

Spring

Soil PH:

Acid, Neutral, Alkaline

Soil Type:

Deciduous:

Maintenance:

Scented:

Wildlife Friendly:

Plant Aspect: