Malus 'Inglis' (White Angel Crabapple)


Botanical Information

FamilyRosaceae
GenusMalus
Cultivar'Inglis'
Tradmarked NameWhite Angel™
CategoryWoody
TypeTree (deciduous)
Pronunciation

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone4
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canadian Hardiness Zone2 - 5a
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness ZoneH7
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Temperature (°C)-35 - (-29)
Temperature (°F)-30 - (-20)
Height6 - 9 m
Spread6 - 9 m
GrowthMedium
Flowering PeriodApril, May

Description and Growing Information

General DescriptionA flowering crabapple tree with white flowers that is excellent for attracting birds and butterflies.
ShapeBroad rounded crown.
LandscapeBest planted either as a specimen tree or in small groups.
Propagation May be propagated through grafting.
CultivationGrows best in full sun in a medium moisture, well-drained, acidic loam, but will adapt to a range of soil types. If pruning is required, it is best done after flowering but prior to June.
PestsGood disease resistance against many common problems, although tent caterpillars, aphids and spider mites may still cause problems.
Notable SpecimensRoyal Botanical Gardens, Burlington, Ontario, Canada.
HabitatHorticultural origin.
Flower/Leaf Bud DescriptionBuds are pink.
Leaf DescriptionLeaves are dark green, turning yellow in autumn.
Flower DescriptionFlowers are small and white.
Fruit DescriptionFruit is a bright red crabapple that matures in autumn and persists into winter. Generally produced in abundance and very attractive to birds.

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