Tina Sargent Crabapple

Malus sargentii 'Tina'

Pronunciation: MAY-lus sar-JEN-tee-eye
SKU #01832
4-8

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A dense, dwarf form whose profuse bright red buds open to single white flowers that mature to small 1/4 inch red fruit. The small tree with spreading and somewhat pendulous branches is striking as a specimen, for lining a drive, or for framing an entrance. Deciduous.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches only 5 ft. tall, 6 ft. wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 4-8

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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesFall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Showy Fruit, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Landscape UseContainer
Design IdeasA small cold hardy accent tree is an ideal spring specimen for both close and as long range focal points. Best set off against a background of tall, dark evergreens. Attractive at close range in conjunction with foundation plantings aligned for window appreciation of unique foliage and birds feeding on winter fruit. Vital to all wild gardens and very attractive in mixed woodlands or as small groves to compound wildlife value. Makes a good lawn tree, but best kept clear of paving.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsViburnum (Viburnum); Boxwood (Buxus); Dwarf Mugo Pine (Pinus); Weigela (Weigela); Arborvitae (Thuja)
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; increase frequency before spring bloom. Feed before new spring growth appears. Thin heavy crops in early summer to prevent breakage or damage. Prune after flowering.
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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesFall Color, Improved Pest and Disease Resistance, Showy Fruit, Edible, Compact Form, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesShowy Flowers
Style
Landscape UseContainer
Design IdeasA small cold hardy accent tree is an ideal spring specimen for both close and as long range focal points. Best set off against a background of tall, dark evergreens. Attractive at close range in conjunction with foundation plantings aligned for window appreciation of unique foliage and birds feeding on winter fruit. Vital to all wild gardens and very attractive in mixed woodlands or as small groves to compound wildlife value. Makes a good lawn tree, but best kept clear of paving.
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsViburnum (Viburnum); Boxwood (Buxus); Dwarf Mugo Pine (Pinus); Weigela (Weigela); Arborvitae (Thuja)
Care
Care InstructionsProvide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to establish an extensive root system. Once established, reduce frequency; increase frequency before spring bloom. Feed before new spring growth appears. Thin heavy crops in early summer to prevent breakage or damage. Prune after flowering.

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We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.