Snowdrift Flowering Crabapple Tree
Malus 'Snowdrift'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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| 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 |
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| 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 Highlights
Snowdrift Flowering Crabapple Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring
Growing Zones 4-8
Decorative Flowering Snowdrift Crabapple Tree!
- Red Buds Open into Snowy White Flowers
- Pollinators Galore!
- Oval Dark-Green Foliage
- Upright Vase-Shaped Form
- Red Fruit for Songbirds
- Yellow Fall Color
- Small Size Perfect for Small Yards
- Low Maintenance & Easy Care
- Fragrant!
- Deer & Rabbit Resistant
- Strong Wind-Resistant Limbs
- Urban Environment Adaptable
Just like spring snow, the incredible drifts of blooms on Snowdrift Flowering Crabapple Tree (Malus 'Snowdrift') is a deciduous tree brimming with ornamental features!
Snowdrift Crabapple is a sight to see each and every spring! Showy red buds appear as petite delicacies, dangling along the branches, opening into exquisite blossoms of alabaster perfection! The flowers blanket the tree in color and emit a subtle sweet fragrance. Butterflies and bees arrive in droves to admire the blooms and enjoy their nectar-rich goodness!
Ovate, glossy green summer leaves soon fill out your Snowdrift, its summer plumage is a rich and vibrant addition to your other plantings. It has an upright nature and rounded to vase shape, presenting a lovely appearance that is prized by landscapers.
As autumn approaches, masses of 3/8-inch, orange-red fruit appear, a welcome treat for your feathered friends as the cold season advances. As if it wasn't enough, the leaves turn yellow and glow for the fall. The fruit persists throughout winter, as a final splash of color for your landscape.
How to Use Snowdrift Crabapple Tree In The Landscape
Snowdrift provides stunning visual impact as a focal point in your front yard, or in rows along the street for an eye-catching display.
Fantastic front yard specimens and accents, rows of Snowdrifts along driveways, or highlighting your home as a focal point equally set off this beautiful flowering ornamental best!
Line your street or side yard for screening and privacy the neighbors won’t mind one bit! Wildlife too will enjoy these trees and soon your landscape will receive a boost when the butterflies and songbirds fly in!
It requires very little pruning and is deer, rabbit, and wind-resistant. It is even adaptable to urban environments, so these trees thrive in a wide range of conditions and settings!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Preferring full sun, favoring morning sun, be sure to plant your Snowdrift in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day for the most blooms!
Plant in moderate fertility, in well-drained soil that is loamy and enriched with a generous layer of mulch over the soil surface.
Water moderately and do not let dry out while young trees are establishing. While drought tolerant once established, you’ll have the most growth and best blooms and appearance of your tree with supplemental watering throughout the growing season.
Situate yours in an area that is protected from frost pockets and with good air circulation. Prune to keep an open canopy so that both sunlight and airflow reach the interior. Head over to read more in our Garden Blog where Fruit Tree Planting, Fruit Tree Pruning, and Crabapple Tree Information can be found!
The Snowdrift Flowering Crabapple Tree is one of the best, most dependable flowering Crabapples available. Beautify your yard today with this exquisite gem today by heading over to NatureHills.com!
