Malus ‘Neville Copeman’ Tree (Crab Apple) (12-Litre Pot)

The Malus ‘Neville Copeman’ tree is an ornamental variety of crab apple tree that has wonderful spring blossoms, vibrant foliage and fruit that will attract birds and a range of wildlife into your garden.

This spring flowering beauty has wonderful clusters of bright pink, almost purple, flowers that cover the branches of this delightful tree. These pink blooms are coupled with deep purple young foliage, that gradually changes to green and golden hues. As the flowers fade the fruit slowly emerges into its wonderful bright orange and red shades, creating a magnificent final flush of autumnal colour.

This small growing deciduous tree grows a delightful, rounded crown and a magnificent silhouette that can be admired throughout the winter months. It is perfect for adding height and interest to architectural spaces, while its compact habit makes it a good choice for adding colour and interest to smaller spaces such as courtyards of city gardens. It looks equally wonderful as an addition to informal spaces, and is great at attracting wildlife such as birds, bees and other pollinators, into cottage gardens or wildlife gardens.

To get the most from this variety of ornamental crab apple tree, simply plant it in full sun or partial shade, in moist well-drained soil, and you will be rewarded with years of wonderful colour and interest in your garden.

Tree characteristics

• Height (after 20 years): 4 metres
• Spread (after 20 years): wider than 4 metres
• Flowers in: April, May
• Sunlight: Full sun, partial shade
• Hardiness: Hardy
• Flowers: Pink-purple
• Foliage: Deciduous
• Features: Year-round interest, vibrant foliage
• Common names: Crab Apple, Neville Copeman
• Royal Horticultural Society Plants for Pollinators Collection

Additional info

• 3-year-old tree in a 12-litre pot
• Measurements are approximate