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Malus x 'Prariefire'

Prairifire Crab


Malus x ‘Prariefire’
This disease resistant cross by Dr. Dan Dayton, University of Illinois, has especially good foliage retention during summer. It blooms later than most crabs. The bark is a glossy dark red with numerous prominent lenticels, and the fruit does not drop. 1996 Iowa Tree of the Year.

Sun / Shade Ratio

Shade Tolerance

Sun Tolerance

Attributes

SHAPE
Upright, Spreading becoming Rounded
MINIMUM HEIGHT
15
Feet
MAXIMUM HEIGHT
20
Feet
MINIMUM SPREAD
20
Feet
MAXIMUM SPREAD
20
Feet
HARDINESS ZONES
4, 7