Malus ‘Red Barron’
Zone: 4
Size: 15-18’ H x 6-8’ W
This tightly columnar Crabapple has good, overall disease resistance and considerable ornamental appeal. Deep red buds open into magenta flowers. Leaves are purple as they unfurl, turning bronze-green at maturity. In autumn, bright orange and red tones often appear. Maroon fruits are about a half inch in diameter. Ascending branches make ‘Red Barron’ an easy tree to mow around. Also, a great option for planting near power lines, it has earned UtiliTrees™ status. This is a tough, adaptable Crabapple with a utilitarian form that fits almost anywhere. Fruits are not persistent, so plant this tree where some litter is acceptable.
