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Malus 'Lancelot'

Common Name: Lancelot Crabapple

Malus ‘Lancelot’ is a deciduous flowering crabapple tree, usually listed botanically as Malus × ‘Lanzam’ and sold under the trade name Lancelot®. It is valued for its compact dwarf habit, red to rose-pink buds that open to single white flowers, crisp green foliage, golden-yellow fall color, and small gold fruit that often persists into winter. It is also widely noted for excellent disease resistance. Type: Deciduous flowering tree Mature Size: 8–10' W x 8–10' H USDA Zones: 4a–8b Form: Compact, rounded to upright-oval, dense dwarf canopy Light: Full sun Soil / Water: Well-drained soil; moderate water during establishment, then moderate moisture Bloom Time / Length: Mid-spring; red buds open to white single flowers Wildlife: Flowers support pollinators, and the persistent fruit can provide seasonal interest for birds. Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for small landscapes, entry plantings, patios, courtyards, and other tight spaces where a full-size crabapple would be too large. Its small stature, clean foliage, and persistent gold fruit make it one of the better compact crabapples for four-season interest. Some sources also note that it can flower and fruit in alternate years. Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation and well-drained soil for best flowering, fruiting, and overall health. Water regularly while establishing, then during dry spells as needed. Pruning is usually light and mainly limited to shaping or removing damaged wood. 

Plant Type:	Deciduous Tree, Flowering Ornamental Tree
Width:	8-10'
Height:	8-10'
Fragrant:	Yes
Fruit	Yes
Fruit Color	Amber
Zone:	4 - 8
Deer Resistant:	No
Salt Tolerant:	No
Drought Tolerant:	No
Exposure:	Full Sun
Bloom Time:	Mid Spring
Landscape/Use:	Specimen, Accent Plant, Corner Accent
Shape:	Oval Upright, Dense
Soil Type	Moist well-drained, Average
Flower Color:	White
Leaf Color:	Green
Fall Color:	Yellow