A charming miniature Crabapple with clouds of spring blossoms and sparkling fruit for four seasons
FEATURES:
- Compact ornamental Crabapple with a naturally rounded lollipop form
- In spring, covered in masses of pink buds that open to fragrant white flowers
- Small glossy green leaves provide a neat summer canopy
- Bright golden fruit adds sparkle in fall and persists into winter for birds to enjoy
- Perfect for small gardens, patios, courtyards, or tight urban spaces
- Disease resistant and easy to maintain for lasting beauty
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree. Does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Sparkling Sprite® is ideal for four season design. Its spring flowers, summer greenery, fall fruit, and winter silhouette all provide interest. For maximum effect, place it where outdoor lighting can highlight its glowing golden fruit in autumn. Pair it with evergreens for contrast or with flowering bulbs underneath for a layered seasonal show.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 10-12' tall
- Mature Width: 10-12' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 10-12' apart
A charming miniature Crabapple with clouds of spring blossoms and sparkling fruit for four seasons
FEATURES:
- Compact ornamental Crabapple with a naturally rounded lollipop form
- In spring, covered in masses of pink buds that open to fragrant white flowers
- Small glossy green leaves provide a neat summer canopy
- Bright golden fruit adds sparkle in fall and persists into winter for birds to enjoy
- Perfect for small gardens, patios, courtyards, or tight urban spaces
- Disease resistant and easy to maintain for lasting beauty
- Ships on our trucks because of the size of the tree. Does not fit in a box
Bower & Branch Landscape Design Tip
Sparkling Sprite® is ideal for four season design. Its spring flowers, summer greenery, fall fruit, and winter silhouette all provide interest. For maximum effect, place it where outdoor lighting can highlight its glowing golden fruit in autumn. Pair it with evergreens for contrast or with flowering bulbs underneath for a layered seasonal show.
Growth Facts
- Hardiness Zone: 4-8
- Mature Height: 10-12' tall
- Mature Width: 10-12' wide
- Exposure: Full Sun
- Spacing: 10-12' apart
Why plant Sparkling Sprite® Crabapple?
How to use Sparkling Sprite® Crabapple in the landscape?
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the flowers of Sparkling Sprite® Crabapple look like?
They begin as rosy pink buds and open to fragrant white blossoms that cover the tree in spring.
Does Sparkling Sprite® Crabapple produce messy fruit?
No. The tree produces small golden crabapples that remain attractive on the tree into winter and are eaten by birds.
How do I care for Sparkling Sprite® Crabapple?
Plant in full sun with well drained soil. Water regularly during the first year, and prune only as needed to maintain its neat, rounded shape.