Plant on its own or in groups in naturalized shrub borders.
Malus sargentii 'Candymint Sargent'
Sargent Crabapple
A compact tree with showy, fragrant pink blossoms in the spring followed by purple crabapples in the fall.
- Low, spreading dwarf form
- Good disease resistance
- Purple-tinted foliage
- Pink flowers, red fruit
Height: 8-10 ft
Spread: 12-15 ft
Zone: 4-8
Color: Purple
Interesting Notes about Sargent Crabapple:
Attractive flowering tree that flowers profusely one year and maybe slightly the second year. The tree has other redeeming attributes, but is usually planted in a more naturalized setting.
Characteristics & Attributes
Attributes:
- Specimen
- Low Maintenance
- Attractive fruit
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Great Foliage
- Spring Bloomer
- Fall Color
Foliage Color:
- Green
- Purple
Exposure:
- Full Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Season of Interest (Foliage):
- Fall
Soil Moisture:
- Average Water