Apples 'Royal Beauty' (Malus 'Royal Beauty')

Apples 'Royal Beauty'

Also known as: Crabtrees 'Royal Beauty'

Apples 'Royal Beauty' is a weeping crabapple cultivar prized for its ornamental value. It boasts cascading branches adorned with deep purple leaves that mature to a rich bronze. Spring ushers in a profusion of vibrant, fuchsia-pink blossoms, which subsequently give way to small, crimson-purple fruits. This hardy, compact tree prefers full sun and well-drained soil, with its dramatic foliage and form providing year-round interest in gardens.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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3 m

Plant Height

1.5 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Apples 'Royal Beauty'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Water apples 'Royal Beauty' within two days post-transplanting, ensuring soil saturation. Water again after ten days, then adjust based on climate and soil moisture. Water every 3-5 days in winter, 1-2 days in summer, preferably in the morning. Avoid watering in rain to prevent root rot.

Fertilize: Apples 'Royal Beauty' thrives with proper fertilization, favoring organic over quick-acting fertilizers. Best results occur with fall applications for nutrient accumulation. Additional fertilization is advised before spring buds and during fruit growth. Create a 30 cm ditch around the trunk for even distribution and thorough watering.

Pruning: Apples 'Royal Beauty' thrives with early spring pruning to enhance growth and fruit yield. Essential techniques involve removing dead wood, thinning crowded branches, and shaping last season’s growth. Clean cuts above outward-facing buds promote airflow and sunlight, reducing disease risk, aligning with apples 'Royal Beauty''s growth cycle.

Propagation: To propagate apples 'Royal Beauty', cut seedlings from the plant before spring budding or after autumn leaf drop. Ensure to cut the roots and transplant them into new pots or dug pits for successful growth.

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