Malus 'Prairiefire' (Crab Apple) Tree

Malus ‘Prairiefire’ – Crabapple

‘Prairiefire’ is an ornamental crabapple with colorful foliage, fragrant spring flowers, and persistent red fruit. Bright fuchsia buds open to deep red-pink flowers in early May, creating a strong spring display.

New foliage emerges purple before maturing to reddish-green through summer, then develops orange tones in fall. Small red fruits remain on the tree into the colder months and provide food for birds. With a dense, rounded habit and good disease resistance, ‘Prairiefire’ works well as a specimen or small flowering tree in sunny landscapes.

Plant Details:
Height: 15–20 feet
Spread: 15–20 feet
Light: Full sun
Bloom Time: Early May
Zones: 4–8

Features:
Fragrant red-pink spring flowers
Purple new growth
Orange fall color
Persistent red fruit
Attracts birds & butterflies
Drought tolerant once established
Good disease resistance