Royal Raindrops Crabapple

Malus

An ornamental crabapple with deeply cut purple foliage, magenta-pink spring bloom, and small persistent red fruit; noted for disease resistance.

Sun
full sun (6+ hrs)
Water
moderate
Mature size
15-20 ft × 15 ft
Bloom
Magenta-pink blossom in spring.
Hardiness
USDA Zones 4–8

Care guide

Quick ID

Disease-resistant ornamental crabapple (*Malus* 'Royal Raindrops'). Deeply lobed purple leaves, magenta spring bloom, tiny persistent red fruit.

Sun & Site

Full sun (6+ hrs) for best color and disease resistance; well-drained soil. Good airflow reduces foliar disease.

Pruning & Shaping

Prune late winter or right after bloom. Remove suckers, watersprouts, and crossing wood; maintain an open canopy.