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Malus 'Sutyzam' Sugar Tyme

Sugar Tyme Crabapple

Malus ‘Sugar Tyme’ is a deciduous flowering crabapple tree with pale pink buds that open to fragrant single white flowers, clean green foliage, and abundant bright red fruit that persists well into winter. It has an upright oval habit and is especially valued for its heavy fruit display, reliable disease resistance, and neat, classic crabapple form.

Type: Deciduous flowering tree
Mature Size: 12–15' W x 14–18' H
USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Upright, spreading, oval
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Well-drained soil; moderate water
Bloom Time / Length: Spring
Wildlife: Pollinators, birds

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent as a specimen tree, lawn tree, street tree, or accent in residential and commercial landscapes. The persistent red fruit gives it strong fall and winter interest, and it is widely regarded as one of the better crabapple selections for overall disease resistance and dependable ornamental performance.

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. 

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Plant type
Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree
Height
40-18'
Width
12-15'
Hardiness zones
4–8
Sunlight
Full Sun
Growth rate
Moderate
Bloom time
Spring
Flower color
White
Leaf color
Green
Fall color
Yellow
Attracts
Bees
Soil
Moist well-drained
Landscape use
Accent Plant, Specimen
Shape
Globe Shaped, Rounded, Upright
Fruit
Yes
Fragrant
Yes
Drought tolerant
No