Malus Sun Rival
Crab Apple Tree
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Common Name: Crab Apple Tree
Latin Name: Malus 'Sun Rival'
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Position: Full sun or partial shade
Flowering period/colour: April to May/ Pink opening white.
Hardiness: Fully hardy
Height and spread in 10 years: 3m x 3m
Special features: Bright red fruits in autumn. Disease resistant.
This is an unusual semi-weeping (umbrella) crab apple tree which is ideal for the smaller garden. The 'Sun Rival' features delicately arching branches that are studded with white flowers that open from pink buds. Bright red fruits appear in Summer and hang from the branches in a 'cherry-like' manner. Completely disease free.