Malus 'Strawberry Parfait'
 
A wide spreading, small, deciduous tree. Noted for its two-toned blossom. 
 
In early Spring, bright pink buds open to large, single, pale-pink flowers edged with hot pink. The two-toned flowers set against the new foliage adds a vibrancy to this tree. Flowers are also lightly fragranced. 
 
Young foliage emerges purple-red, turning dark green with age. In Autumn, foliage and fruit are yellow-orange. 
 
A vase shape when young, reaching a broad oval shape. 
 
Tree Size: 
 
Dwarf: Can be kept as small as 1.5 m, must be supported with a stake.
 
Semi-dwarfing: 5 m tall x 6 m wide
 
 
Crabapples are small trees that are hardy once established. Grow in full sun to part shade. Will grow well on most soils, but prefers a deep, moist, loamy soil.
 
Pruning requirements are minimal. Prune in winter to achieve a good shape in the early years. 
 
Self-fertile.