A slim, upright crabapple with vibrant fuchsia blooms and deep purple foliage that brings bold color and elegance to small spaces
FEATURES:
- Covered in bright fuchsia-pink flowers each spring
- Glossy burgundy-purple foliage holds color all season
- Compact, columnar habit perfect for tight urban or residential spaces
- Highly disease resistant and low maintenance
- Small, ornamental fruit adds fall and winter interest
- Excellent for vertical accents, borders, or streetscapes
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Use Raspberry Spear® to add structure and color contrast in mixed plantings. Its vertical form pairs beautifully with round or cascading plants like hydrangeas or ornamental grasses. For maximum leaf color, plant it in full sun and well-drained soil. A layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and keep the roots cool through summer.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 20-25' tall
- Mature Width: 8-10' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 8-10' away
A slim, upright crabapple with vibrant fuchsia blooms and deep purple foliage that brings bold color and elegance to small spaces
FEATURES:
- Covered in bright fuchsia-pink flowers each spring
- Glossy burgundy-purple foliage holds color all season
- Compact, columnar habit perfect for tight urban or residential spaces
- Highly disease resistant and low maintenance
- Small, ornamental fruit adds fall and winter interest
- Excellent for vertical accents, borders, or streetscapes
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree; does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Use Raspberry Spear® to add structure and color contrast in mixed plantings. Its vertical form pairs beautifully with round or cascading plants like hydrangeas or ornamental grasses. For maximum leaf color, plant it in full sun and well-drained soil. A layer of mulch will help conserve moisture and keep the roots cool through summer.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 20-25' tall
- Mature Width: 8-10' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 8-10' away
Why plant Raspberry Spear® Crabapple?
How to use Raspberry Spear® Crabapple in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
No. It produces small ornamental fruits that stay on the tree into winter, adding color and providing food for birds without creating a mess on the ground.
It reaches about 20 feet tall and 8 feet wide at maturity, making it one of the best choices for narrow spaces or urban landscapes where height is desired without excessive spread.
Yes. This variety was bred for exceptional resistance to common crabapple diseases such as apple scab, fire blight, and rust, keeping foliage clean and healthy all season.