Malus 'Snowdrift'
Snowdrift Crabapple
Description
The 'Snowdrift' is a deciduous tree that grows at a moderate rate to a height of 20' and a width of 20'. White flowers open from pink buds, and very small, orange fruits are also apparent.
Plant Type
Tree
Height Range
12-25'
Flower Color
White
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Orange
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Poor, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Attracts Bees
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese, Ranch
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer, Fall
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Lawn, Patio, Park, Roadside, Street Tree
Special Uses
Shade Tree
Attracts Wildlife
Birds
As the weather gets hotter avoid the temptation to increase run times.
Instead, schedule more start times with one to two hours in between to allow the water from the previous session to soak in before watering again.