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Dolgo Crabapple

Malus Dolgo

Deciduous Tree

Height

25 - 40 (feet)

Spread

20 - 30 (feet)

Distinctions

Widespread, open habit to 40' tall; pink buds open to white profuse flowers; 1¼" diameter oval red fruit; fruit used for jelly and sauce; yellow orange autumn color; an excellent selection; hardy in INT if from northern grown plants and with winter protection. Grows in hills around Fairbanks but not reliable in valley.

Limitations

May be susceptible to sun scald and damage from salt spray; hardiness of root stock important; must be protected from moose browsing.

Hardiness

INT, SC, SE (Zone 3)

Origin

Temperate zones in the Northern Hemisphere

Dolgo Crabapple
Dolgo Crabapple