Malus 'DurBy' (Ambassador Ornamental Crabapple)
Botanical Information
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Malus |
| Cultivar | 'DurBy' |
| Category | Woody |
| Type | Tree (deciduous) |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 4 - 6a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -29 - (-23) |
| Temperature (°F) | -20 - (-10) |
| Height | 8 m |
| Spread | 4 m |
| Growth | Medium |
| Flowering Period | April, May |
Description and Growing Information
| General Description | An ornamental crabapple with pink flowers and a dense crown. |
| Shape | A dense crown retained throughout life of the tree. |
| Landscape | Wonderful specimen tree. |
| Cultivation | Grow in full sun in a moisture-retentive but well-draining soil. |
| Pests | Notably resistant to fireblight. |
| Habitat | Horticultural origin. |
| Leaf Description | Leaves are purple. |
| Flower Description | Flowers are pink in colour and have 5 petals. |
| Fruit Description | Fruit is a pome. |