Toringo crabapple (Malus sieboldii)

Toringo crabapple

Also known as: Siebolds crabapple

It is a shrub or small tree that reaches a size of 2 to 6 m in height. The branches of dark purple or purple brown, cylindrical, pubertules when young, glabrescent afterwards; purple brown buds, ovoid terminal scales, glabrous or puberules only in the margin.

Scientific classification

Species

Toringo crabapple (Malus sieboldii)

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Tree, Shrub

Plant Type

Spring, Early summer

Bloom Time

2 m to 6 m

Plant Height

3 m to 5 m

Spread

Green

Leaf Color

2 cm to 3 cm

Flower Size

Red, Yellow

Fruit Color

White, Pink

Flower Color

Green, Red, White, Yellow, Pink

Stem Color

Deciduous

Leaf type

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Distribution of Toringo crabapple

Distribution Map

Toringo crabapple is native to temperate regions of East Asia. This deciduous tree has been introduced and cultivated in various places across North America and Europe. While it thrives in its native habitat, it has adapted well outside its original range, where it is embraced in ornamental horticulture.

Native

Cultivated

Invasive

Introduced

No species reported

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Habitat

Mixed forests, among shrubs, slopes

Care Guide for Toringo crabapple

Every 2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 35 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: Toringo crabapple prefers conditions with moderate humidity and periodic rainfall. Water every two weeks, adapting to brief dry spells. Typically grown outdoors, toringo crabapple goes dormant in colder months, reducing water needs in line with winter’s lower precipitation.

Fertilize: To promote healthy growth in toringo crabapple, use a balanced N-P-K fertilizer every 6-8 weeks during the growing season. For container plants, use half the dosage. Avoid fertilizing during dormancy, and monitor soil fertility to align with toringo crabapple's life cycle for best results.

Pruning: Toringo crabapple, featuring small ornamental apples and attractive fall leaves, thrives with early spring pruning to remove unhealthy branches. Thinning also aids air circulation and sunlight access, decreasing disease risks and improving visual appeal.

Propagation: Toringo crabapple is an ornamental deciduous tree best propagated through grafting, promoting genetic consistency and vigorous growth. Successful grafting requires skilled cutting techniques, high-quality rootstocks, and sterile conditions to ensure effective adhesion and quick healing, minimizing disease risks.

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