Malus 'Red Jewel'

Red Jewel Crabapple

Malus ‘Red Jewel’ is a deciduous flowering crabapple tree with red buds that open to single white spring flowers, glossy dark green foliage, and abundant bright red fruit that persists well into winter and often into spring. It has a neat upright to pyramidal-oval habit and is especially valued for its heavy fruit display and tidy, smaller stature.

Type: Deciduous flowering tree
Mature Size: 10–15' W x 12–20' H
USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Upright, pyramidal to oval
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Moist, well-drained soil; moderate water
Bloom Time / Length: Spring
Wildlife: Pollinators, birds

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent as a specimen tree, street tree, patio tree, or accent in smaller landscapes. Its persistent red fruit is the standout feature, giving it long winter interest after flowering is finished. The smaller size also makes it useful under utility lines or in tighter spaces where broader crabapples would be too large.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation and well-drained soil. Water regularly while establishing, then during dry spells as needed. Prune mainly to maintain structure and remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches. It is generally noted for good disease resistance.

Plant type

Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree

Height

12-20'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Orange Red

Attracts

Bees

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Accent Plant, Specimen

Shape

Oval, Pyramidal, Upright

Bark

Smooth

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No