Product description
If you are looking for a Crab Apple tree for a smaller garden, the Malus brevipes 'Wedding Bouquet' is the perfect choice. Reaching a height of 4m and a spread of 4m in a 20 year period, it is slow-growing and will make a wonderful focal point in your garden. This elegant tree enchants all year round with a changing display of colour.
In spring, Malus 'Wedding Bouquet' offers masses of scented, ivory-white flowers. They are set against a canvas of luscious green leaves, creating a wonderful contrast. The leaves retain their colour through the summer and are enhanced by the appearance of deep-red fruits in the late season.
The tiny berry-like fruits persist well into December and the tree is particularly attractive after the leaves have fallen, when the clusters of fruits stand out against the bare branches. Wildlife, birds, bees and other pollinating insects are attracted to the fruits, bringing life, sound and movement into your sleeping winter garden.
The Wedding Bouquet Crab Apple tree will do well in all soil types but prefers fertile, well drained soil. Plant in full sun or partial shade for best results.
Plant your Wedding Bouquet Crab Apple tree where you can see it through a window from your living area, entertainment room, study or relaxing me-space. It makes an exquisitely colourful display in your winter garden when you are cosy and warm indoors.
Shrub Apple Tree
Malus 'Wedding Bouquet'
Malus 'Wedding Bouquet'
Product description
If you are looking for a Crab Apple tree for a smaller garden, the Malus brevipes 'Wedding Bouquet' is the perfect choice. Reaching a height of 4m and a spread of 4m in a 20 year period, it is slow-growing and will make a wonderful focal point in your garden. This elegant tree enchants all year round with a changing display of colour.
In spring, Malus 'Wedding Bouquet' offers masses of scented, ivory-white flowers. They are set against a canvas of luscious green leaves, creating a wonderful contrast. The leaves retain their colour through the summer and are enhanced by the appearance of deep-red fruits in the late season.
The tiny berry-like fruits persist well into December and the tree is particularly attractive after the leaves have fallen, when the clusters of fruits stand out against the bare branches. Wildlife, birds, bees and other pollinating insects are attracted to the fruits, bringing life, sound and movement into your sleeping winter garden.
The Wedding Bouquet Crab Apple tree will do well in all soil types but prefers fertile, well drained soil. Plant in full sun or partial shade for best results.
Plant your Wedding Bouquet Crab Apple tree where you can see it through a window from your living area, entertainment room, study or relaxing me-space. It makes an exquisitely colourful display in your winter garden when you are cosy and warm indoors.
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Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Feed Malus trees with a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support growth and flowering. Prune annually during winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and maintain an open shape, which improves air circulation and reduces disease risk. For fruiting varieties, thinning the fruitlets in early summer ensures larger, healthier fruits. Protect young trees from harsh winds and frost, as this can damage their growth and blooms.
How to Water
Water Malus trees deeply and regularly during their first year to help them establish a strong root system, especially during dry spells. Once established, they are relatively drought-tolerant but benefit from additional watering during prolonged dry periods or when fruit is forming. Water early in the morning or late in the evening to minimise evaporation and focus on the base of the tree to avoid wetting foliage, which can lead to fungal issues. Mulching helps retain soil moisture and keeps the tree healthy.
How to Plant
To plant Malus, select a sunny position with fertile, well-draining soil that is neutral to slightly acidic. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and the same depth, loosening the soil at the base to encourage root growth. Place the tree in the hole with the graft union above soil level and backfill gently, firming the soil to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly after planting and apply a layer of organic mulch around the base, keeping it clear of the trunk to prevent rot. Space trees appropriately to allow for their eventual size and shape.
