Malus 'Thunderchild'

Malus ‘Thunderchild’

Upright spreading canopy forms deep pink buds that emerge into pink and white bicolor flowers in early spring. Leaves then emerge bronze green and mature to a deep purple leaves. Small dark red ornamental fruit, dark purple tinted bark. Disease resistant.

Light Requirements: Full Sun
Water Requirements: High, Moderate
USDA Zone: 3b
Plant Type: Deciduous Tree
Soil Texture: Sandy Loam, Silt Loam, Clay Loam

Plant Height at Maturity

15 feet

Plant Width at Maturity

15 feet

Growth Rate

6-12"/year

Growth Habit

Upright

Landscape Uses

Shade | Ornamental Specimen | Boulevard Tree

Environmental Features

Pollinator Friendly | Bird Habitat | Wildlife Forage Source

Tough Sites

Urban Conditions

Seasonal Interest

Fall Color | Spring Flowering

Flower Color

Pink