Malus Ioensis ‘Plena’ (Bechtel Crab Apple)
Malus Ioensis ‘Plena’ (Bechtel Crab Apple)
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Malus Ioensis ‘Plena’, commonly known as Bechtel Crab Apple, is a beautiful ornamental deciduous tree prized for its romantic spring blossom display and graceful rounded form. In spring, soft pink buds open into delicate double flowers in pale pink to white tones, creating a stunning feature in gardens, avenues, and landscape settings.
Perfect for customers wanting seasonal colour and classic garden charm, Malus Ioensis ‘Plena’ also provides attractive green foliage that develops warm red, orange, and gold tones in autumn. Its compact size makes it suitable for small to medium gardens, feature planting, and ornamental landscapes, offering year-round interest with minimal maintenance once established.
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Mature height
5–6 m
Mature width
4–5 m
Spacing
4–5 m apart
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Green foliage, pink buds, pale pink to white double flowers, red-orange autumn foliage
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Spring
Sun tolerance
Full sun to part shade
Maintenance
Low to moderate; prune lightly when young to shape and remove damaged or crossing branches
Root System
Moderate, spreading root system; plant away from paving, pipes, and structures with suitable spacing