tea crabapple
Malus hupehensis
RHS AGM 1993
USDA zones4 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Bloom color
- Pink, white
- Foliage color
- Purple/lavender
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Tea crabapple (Malus hupehensis) is a tree for borders, specimen planting, and cottage gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. It grows 15 to 20 feet tall and wide with an arching habit. The pink and white blooms are fragrant and attract butterflies, bees, and birds. It is also drought tolerant and needs little care.
Pairs well with Paris coral bells, Gladiator ornamental onion, and Ruby Spice sweet pepperbush.
Native range
Sicilia.