Malus ‘Prairifire’
Height: 15-20′
Spread: 20′
Shape: Upright, spreading becoming rounded
Foliage: Maroon then to green
Fall Foliage: Bronze
Flower Color: Single, red-purple
Fruit: 3/8-1/2″ Maroon
Zone: 4-7
This disease resistant cross by Dr. Dan Dayton, University of Illinois, has especially good foliage retention during summer. It blooms later than most crabs. The bark is a glossy dark red with numerous prominent lenticels, and the fruit does not drop. 1996 Iowa Tree of the Year.
Drought tolerant. Attracts butterflies and birds!
