A spring snowstorm of white blooms with tidy form and polished foliage, a small tree that brings light and elegance on cue
FEATURES:
- Abundant pure white spring blooms for a clean, luminous flower display
- Graceful, ornamental branching that gives the tree a refined silhouette
- Fresh green foliage that stays neat and attractive through summer
- Decorative small fruit that adds late-season interest and invites birds
- Fall color in golden-yellow to amber tones for a warm autumn finish
- Perfect small-scale focal tree for front yards, patios, and entry plantings
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
White blooms love contrast. Place this near dark evergreens, charcoal stone, or even a deep mulch bed, and the spring flowers look brighter and more dramatic. Then repeat that contrast at ground level with one or two plants that echo the clean palette, white hydrangeas, silver foliage, or pale ornamental grasses, and the whole planting looks quietly high-end.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 12-15' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 12-15' apart
A spring snowstorm of white blooms with tidy form and polished foliage, a small tree that brings light and elegance on cue
FEATURES:
- Abundant pure white spring blooms for a clean, luminous flower display
- Graceful, ornamental branching that gives the tree a refined silhouette
- Fresh green foliage that stays neat and attractive through summer
- Decorative small fruit that adds late-season interest and invites birds
- Fall color in golden-yellow to amber tones for a warm autumn finish
- Perfect small-scale focal tree for front yards, patios, and entry plantings
- Hand Selected; Fresh from the Grower
- Ships on our trucks because the size of the tree - does not fit in a box.
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip:
White blooms love contrast. Place this near dark evergreens, charcoal stone, or even a deep mulch bed, and the spring flowers look brighter and more dramatic. Then repeat that contrast at ground level with one or two plants that echo the clean palette, white hydrangeas, silver foliage, or pale ornamental grasses, and the whole planting looks quietly high-end.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 15-20' tall
- Mature Width: 12-15' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 12-15' apart
Why plant Ice Dancer Flowering Crabapple?
Ice Dancer is the definition of “brightening the whole scene.” In spring, it opens with pure white blooms that feel crisp and classic, like the garden just got a fresh, clean start. After flowering, it shifts into a polished ornamental tree with tidy foliage and a balanced shape, the kind of plant that makes your landscape look more finished without needing constant attention.
As the season progresses, small fruit adds another layer of interest, bringing a little wildlife activity and that late-season detail that keeps the tree from fading into the background. When fall arrives, the foliage turns golden-yellow to amber, giving you a warm, glowing transition into the quieter months. It’s a four-season performer that stays elegant, not over-the-top, just beautifully reliable.
How to use Ice Dancer Flowering Crabapple in the landscape?
Plant it near an entry or along a main walkway where the spring bloom display can be enjoyed up close and from inside the home. It’s a great choice for patio-side planting, providing seasonal beauty without overwhelming outdoor living space. In mixed borders, use it as a focal point behind lower shrubs and perennials so the canopy floats above the planting and becomes a soft, bright centerpiece in spring. For a more designed look, pair it with deep green evergreens or darker foliage plants so the white blooms read even whiter and the overall composition feels crisp and intentional.
Frequently Asked Questions
The blooms are pure white, appearing in abundant clusters in spring for a crisp, luminous flower display.
Yes, it produces small ornamental fruit that adds late-season interest and is often enjoyed by birds. Fruit size and persistence can vary with weather and local conditions.
Prune in late winter to early spring while the tree is dormant. Focus on removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches and maintaining a balanced canopy. Avoid heavy pruning during the growing season.