Malus ‘Eleyi’
 
A medium deciduous tree with dense branches and a round form.
 
Dark red buds open to ruby-red semi-double blossom in Spring, followed by small, dark-red fruit in Autumn.
 
Foliage emerges dark purple, turning a bronze-green in Summer. 
 
Tree Size: 
 
Dwarf: Can be kept to 1.5 m high, but must be supported with a stake
 
Semi-dwarf: Approximately 4 m tall x 4 m wide. 
 
 
Crabapples are small trees that are hardy once established. Grow in full sun to part shade. Will grow well on most soils, but prefers a deep, moist, loamy soil.
 
Pruning requirements are minimal. Prune in winter to achieve a good shape in the early years.
 
Crabapples are self-fertile.