Rounded, spreading, deciduous tree.Blooms in early spring with red buds opening to dark purplish red flowers. Fruit is dark red and persistent.Foliage is dark maroon maturing to bronzed green with minimal fall color. Excellent disease resistant. Easy to grow. Botanical Name- Malus x ‘Prairifire’ Pronunciation- MAY-lus Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 20 ft Mature Height- 20 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Prefers a moist, well-drained soil Current Size- 10 Bloom Color- Pinkish red Bloom Time- April – May Companion Plants- Gold Splash Euonymous – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – C42 Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and remove deadwood; fertilize in spring and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to improve airflow and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay and avoid waterlogging around the trunk. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Apple scab, fire blight, aphids
