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Cardinal Crab

Scientific name	Malus 'Cardinal'
Common name	Cardinal Crab
Type	Trees
Variety	Deciduous
USDA Zone hardiness	5a - 7b
Exposure	Full sun
Height	15 to 20'
Spread	15 to 20'

Princeton Nursery introduction, this small crab has bright red flowers and a horizontal spreading form. Glossy reddish foliage is highly resistant to apple scab and mildew in humid areas. Tree bears small, deep red fruit in fall but not in abundance.