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Jim Zampini
Madison, Ohio

SHOW TIME™

Crabapple

Malus x

'Shotizam'

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  • Bright pink flowers
  • Attractive red fruits
  • Upright habit
Description

When spring comes, it’s show time for all crabapples, but this one really grabs the spotlight. The large, densely clustered fuchsia-red flowers turn the branches into columns of lush color. Deep green foliage has red tones of its own, especially as it emerges. In fall, red fruits glisten among the bright orange and red leaves. Oval, upright habit lends a touch of formality as a specimen or street tree. Recommended as a replacement for ‘Prairifire’ by Ohio State University.

As part of the Proven Winners ColorChoice Trees program, liners, whips, and finished plants are available only through the network of licensed growers.

USDA Zone
4 - 8 (-30°F/-34.4°C)
Exposure
Full sun
Height
25'
Width
15 - 20'
Finish Time
varies with starter plant size and type
Type
Deciduous
Bloom Time
Spring
Flower Color
Pink
Foliage Color
Green

Soil

Prefers slightly acidic soils; requires average moisture and good drainage.

Pruning

Little to no pruning is needed.

Uses

Specimen, allee, street tree

Growing Tips

Naturally grows with a rounded upright canopy for a stellar display.

  • Grower Sheet: Trees: Show Time Malus Professional Grower Sheet
  • Tag: Trees: Show Time® Crabapple Tag
  • Plant of the Week: Plant of the Week September 19, 2019
  • Trees: Proven Winners ColorChoice Programs: Branching Out - Proven Winners ColorChoice Ornamental Trees

    • Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Fall interest, Fragrant, Tree

    Filters: Botanical genus: Malus, Common name: Crabapple, Retail program: Proven Winners® Trees, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage

    Features: Attracts pollinators, Disease resistant, Fall interest, Fragrant, Tree

    Filters: Botanical genus: Malus, Common name: Crabapple, Retail program: Proven Winners® Trees, USDA Zone 4, USDA Zone 5, USDA Zone 6, USDA Zone 7, USDA Zone 8, Exposure: Full sun, Bloom time: Spring, Pink flowers, Green foliage