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Crab Apple ‘Crimson Knight’ - Malus ‘Crimson Knight’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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sizes shown are confirmed available stock. If you require larger specimen, project quantities or specific sizes not listed, our sourcing team can locate additional stock through our national supplier network.
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Product Details
Overview & Specifications
Crab Apple 'Crimson Knight' - Malus 'Crimson Knight'
Malus 'Crimson Knight' is a high-impact ornamental tree defined by deep burgundy foliage, vivid pink spring blossom, and persistent decorative fruit. In advanced sizes, it delivers immediate seasonal drama and year-round structural presence.
Why Crimson Knight Crab Apple
Deep burgundy foliage: Retains rich colour throughout the growing season, providing sustained contrast in any composition.
Vivid pink spring blossom: A striking floral display intensified by the dark foliage backdrop.
Persistent decorative fruit: Small red crabapples extend ornamental interest from autumn through winter.
Refined upright form: Compact habit with strong structure; appropriate scale for both intimate and formal settings.
Reliable seasonal performance: Consistent, low-demand performer across temperate Australian climates.
Ideal Applications
Signature feature planting: Deployed as a focal specimen in formal or contemporary landscape compositions.
Contrast planting schemes: Pairs with green, silver, or chartreuse foliage to heighten colour tension.
Avenue and driveway planting: Repetition in linear arrangements creates strong visual rhythm and seasonal spectacle.
Residential and boutique commercial projects: Compact scale suits high-end properties where proportion and refinement matter.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 5–7m
Planting Season: Autumn to early spring (when dormant)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types including clay loam; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two seasons to establish a strong root system, particularly over summer. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.
Plant Details
Height: 4–6m
Width: 4–5m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: Hybrid cultivar (Malus species originate from Europe, Asia and North America)
Flower Colour: Deep pink to red
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Every order is wrapped, secured and palletised for delivery. Freight starts from $199.95 and is structured so larger orders receive better delivery value.
- Delivery is calculated by order value, with clear freight tiers shown before payment.
- Delivery estimated at 5-8 business days.
Freight Pricing
Freight table
Nursery Direct uses specialist nursery freight for advanced trees, palms and landscape stock. Freight is calculated using clear order-value tiers so customers can review delivery costs before completing their order.
| Order value | Freight |
|---|---|
| $0.01 to $1,000.01 | $199.95 |
| $1,000.02 to $1,400.01 | $249.95 |
| $1,400.02 to $1,650.01 | $299.95 |
| $1,650.02 to $1,950.01 | $349.95 |
| $1,950.02 to $2,250.01 | $399.95 |
| $2,250.02 to $2,500.01 | $449.95 |
| $2,500.02 to $2,750.01 | $499.95 |
| $2,750.02 to $3,000.01 | $549.95 |
| $3,000.02 to $3,350.01 | $599.95 |
| $3,350.02 to $3,650.01 | $649.95 |
| $3,650.02 to $3,850.01 | $699.95 |
| $3,850.02 to $4,150.01 | $749.95 |
| $4,150.02 to $4,450.01 | $799.95 |
| $4,450.02 to $4,750.01 | $849.95 |
| $4,750.02 to $5,000.01 | $899.95 |
| $5,000.02 to $5,250.01 | $949.95 |
| $5,250.02 to $5,550.01 | $999.95 |
| $5,550.02 to $5,850.01 | $1,049.95 |
| $5,850.02 to $6,100.01 | $1,099.95 |
| $6,100.02 to $6,350.01 | $1,149.95 |
| $6,350.02 to $6,650.01 | $1,199.95 |
| $6,650.02 to $6,950.01 | $1,249.95 |
| $6,950.02 to $7,250.01 | $1,299.95 |
| $7,250.02 to $7,500.01 | $1,349.95 |
| $7,500.02 to $7,750.01 | $1,399.95 |
| $7,750.02 to $8,000.01 | $1,449.95 |
| $8,000.02 to $8,350.01 | $1,499.95 |
| $8,350.02 to $8,650.01 | $1,549.95 |
| $8,650.02 to $8,850.01 | $1,599.95 |
| $8,850.02 to $9,150.01 | $1,649.95 |
| $9,150.02 to $9,450.01 | $1,699.95 |
| $9,450.02 to $9,750.01 | $1,749.95 |
| $9,750.02 and above | $1,799.95 |
For difficult access, oversized specimen stock, crane or machinery requirements, remote areas or commercial projects, please request project pricing before purchasing so our team can confirm the most appropriate freight method.
Installation
Professional installation available
Nursery Direct can arrange professional installation of advanced trees, specimen palms and landscape stock throughout many areas of Australia. Installation pricing varies depending on access, machinery requirements, tree size, planting conditions and location.
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Built for serious landscapes
Nursery Direct gives customers access to mature trees, specimen palms and advanced stock for high-end residential and commercial landscapes.
- Mature trees and specimen palms
- Online ordering and project support
- Sourcing for hard-to-find stock
- Residential and commercial supply
