Apple Tree (Centennial Crabapple)

Large, red over orange crabapple that is excellent for fresh eating and sauce. Naturally dwarfing the centennial crabapple also produces a showy display of red buds that open into white flowers. The tree is very hardy, even in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 3. Introduced in 1957.

Latin Name: Malus ‘Centennial’ (Crabapple)
Site and soil: Well-drained soil, adaptable to various soil types. Prefers full sun.
Hardiness: Survives down to -30°F.
Bearing Age: Typically starts bearing fruit in 2-3 years.
Rootstock:
Size at Maturity: 12-15 feet in height.
Bloom Time: Spring.
Ripening Time: Early fall.
Yield: Moderate.
Pests and Diseases: Generally resistant, but monitor for common apple pests and diseases.
USDA Zone: Zones 4-8.