Sargent Flowering Crabapple Tree
Malus sargentii
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Delivery and Shipping
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Delivery and Shipping
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Ships in 3-4 business days • Tracking provided • Weather protected
| Under $50 | $9.99 |
| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150 - $198.99 | $24.99 |
| $199+ | FREE |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Sentry™ Protected
Your order is protected by our compliance system that:
- Prevents restricted plants from shipping to your state
- Ensures plants meet your state's agricultural requirements
- Protects gardens from invasive pests and diseases
Plant Profile & Growing Essentials
Cold hardy, Compact/Dwarf, Flowering, Fall Color/Interest, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Disease resistant, Attracts pollinators, and Hedge/Screen
Specifications
Specifications
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Height
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Width
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Growing Zones
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Sunlight
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Growth RateSlow
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Flower Color
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Leaf Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
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FragrantYes
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Does Not Ship ToAK, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR
Planting & Care Instructions
Planting & Care Instructions
Growing Zones 4-8
Architectural & Fragrant Sargent Crabapple Tree!
- Naturally Dwarf Crabapple
- Small Space Gardens
- Exceptional Spring Display
- Stunning Pink-Red Buds Open to Snowy White Flowers
- Delightfully Fragrant Blooms
- Butterfly & Bee Magnet
- Ornamental Landscape Tree
- Dark Green Dense Foliage Turns Yellow in Fall
- Mounded, Wide-Spreading Form
- Bright Red Fruit Persist all Winter
- Architectural Branching 4 Season Interest
- Edible Fruit for Jelly
- Fruit Attracts Birds
- Planters & Bonsai!
Gain year-round interest with the unique-sized and shaped canopy of the Sargent Flowering Crabapple Tree (Malus sargentii)! This dwarf selection fits wonderfully in foundation plantings and is perfectly sized for small modern lots and courtyards!
Join millions just like you who are delighted by the abundant clusters of fragrant, early spring flowers! The dense, spreading canopy is festooned with pretty pink buds that burst open into fragrant white flowers decorated with brilliant golden stamens.
Welcome spring with this scented beauty! Butterflies and local bee populations, as well as hungry songbirds too, will all appreciate your thoughtfulness!
Watch as the spring flowers slowly morph into brilliant, dark red crabapples over the long summer. Even after the yellow leaves drop in fall, the lovely branching and persistent, pea-sized fruit make a wonderful winter display.
How to Use Sargent Crabapple Tree In The Landscape
Whether you add one to a collection of Flowering Crabapples...or count on it as a specimen patio tree. The redolent aroma of Sargent is a dream come true after a long, hard winter.
One of the smallest Crabapples, Sargent features a branch structure that adds a sculptural effect all year long! The mounded canopy spreads wide and displays zigzagging branches. No wonder people adore this variety as long-lived Bonsai, container specimen, or Espalier!
When grown in the ground becomes a true garden highlight! All summer, dark green leaves grow densely to cast refreshing shade.
Use as a backdrop to Butterfly Gardens, or run a hedgerow to create a privacy screen along your property line. Grow in large planters, on balconies, postage stamp lots, and rooftop gardens. You’ll easily enjoy all the benefits of a Flowering Crabapple anywhere!
Fantastic as a standout specimen planting for all sizes of landscape, Sargent is perfect for adorning your front entry, lining a driveway and accenting a porch or patio with selective shade! Add a pretty treatment of Holiday lights and outdoor decorations for a real showcase.
Oh...and yes, the dark-red berries are edible!
Creating lip-smacking preserves, these tart cousins of the Apple are pectin-rich! Helping thicken jellies and add a bright tone. Harvest your fair share before hungry birds eat them all!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Crabapple trees require full sun, so provide your tree at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day in USDA growing zones 4-8. The dwarf dense spreading crown won’t interfere with utility lines.
Preferring moist, well-drained soil that is organically enriched, plus a generous layer of mulch to insulate and retain moisture. Sargent can be tolerant of drier conditions once it’s established.
Head over to our Garden Blog for more Scoop on Crabapples! Easy care and low maintenance, the Sargent Ornamental Crabapple Tree will delight you for years to come! Order yours at NatureHills.com today!
