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Crab Apple ‘Plena’ - Malus ioensis ‘Plena’
Premium advanced landscape stock selected for residential, estate and commercial projects.
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Overview & Specifications
Crab Apple 'Plena' - Malus ioensis 'Plena'
Few deciduous trees match the seasonal spectacle of Malus ioensis 'Plena'. At advanced stock sizes, its abundant double rose-pink blooms arrive with immediate presence, a statement of considered planting that no young specimen can replicate.
Why Crab Apple 'Plena'
Double spring flowering: Prolific rose-like blooms in soft pink create a canopy-level floral display each spring.
Refined ornamental form: A graceful, well-structured canopy suited to feature and avenue planting in prestige landscapes.
Year-round seasonal interest: Spring blossom gives way to lush summer foliage and warm autumn colour before a clean winter silhouette.
Pollinator value: Blossom draws bees and beneficial insects, supporting broader landscape ecology.
Proven performance: A reliable, long-lived ornamental tree with a well-established track record in temperate Australian conditions.
Ideal Applications
Signature feature planting: Positioned as a standalone specimen, it commands attention at peak flowering.
Avenue and repetition planting: Planted in multiples along driveways or boundaries, it creates cohesive, high-impact seasonal drama.
Heritage and formal landscapes: Complements classic, structured, or period-inspired design schemes.
Canopy-level interest: Provides filtered shade and architectural form without overwhelming surrounding plantings.
Specimen & Installation
Spacing (feature/avenue): 6–8m
Planting Season: Autumn to winter (June to August)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil; tolerates a range of soil types including clay and loam; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly for the first two summers to establish a strong root system, then reduce to occasional deep watering during dry periods. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone, keeping it clear of the trunk, to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Plant Details
Height: 6–8m
Width: 5–7m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun to partial shade
Native to: North America (central United States)
Flower Colour: Pink to white, double
Delivery
Specialist transport for advanced stock
Large trees and advanced stock are delivered using our specialist transport network. Delivery costs vary based on size, quantity and location. For larger orders or difficult access, request project pricing before purchasing.
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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