Royal Raindrops Crabapple | Purple Foliage Pink Blooms

Royal Raindrops Flowering Crabapple

15 Gallon

$269.00

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Royal Raindrops Flowering Crabapple

Malus 'Royal Raindrops'

Cut-Leaf Purple Foliage • Magenta Flowers & Red Fruit • Spectacular Fall Color

$269.00

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Bay Area–Based Nursery

We specialize in plants grown and delivered in their original pots and soil.
Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

While delivery is limited to our local service area, we’re happy to support garden design and plant selection remotely.

For local plant professionals, we’re always glad to connect and explore ways to support your customers.

The Royal Raindrops Crabapple is a dazzling, cut-leaf variety that offers intense color and fine texture. Its vibrant magenta-pink flowers are followed by tiny, glossy red fruit and unique, deeply dissected purple foliage that blazes orange-red in fall. This disease-resistant tree provides a dynamic, long-season show and is perfectly sized for modern Bay Area gardens.

Boasts vibrant magenta-pink flowers and distinctive, deeply cut, purple-tinged foliage that provides extraordinary texture and color all season long.
Produces a prolific crop of tiny, glossy, bright red fruits that persist like jewels into winter, providing outstanding wildlife value and winter interest.
Puts on a spectacular fall show, with its finely textured leaves turning brilliant shades of orange and red.
Exhibits excellent resistance to apple scab, fire blight, and powdery mildew, ensuring the beautiful foliage remains healthy.
Grows with a sturdy, upright-spreading habit, developing a strong structure that requires minimal corrective pruning.

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

A larger gallon size generally means:
- A more established root system
- A sturdier plant
- Faster visual impact after planting
Example:
- 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity
- 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.

🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

Commonly used for:
- Ornamental trees
- Feature plants
- Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.
Why choose Multi:
- Fuller, more sculptural appearance
- Strong visual presence even at younger ages
- Popular for design-focused landscapes

🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

Commonly used for:
- Shade trees
- Street trees
- Orchard and structural plantings
Why choose Stand:
- Clean, classic tree form
- Easier clearance for walkways and lawns
- Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity

🌿 Choosing the Right Size

If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form
If you want long-term structure → Stand form
If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Features:Clusters of single rose-pink flowers bloom in spring. Elliptic leaves with serrated edges emerge chestnut-red, mature to deep green, and turn burnt orange in fall. Small red-purple fruits attract birds and wildlife.
Mature Height: 15–20 ft
Mature Width: 15–20 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Light Needs: Full sun to partial shade
Key Advantages:Three-season ornamental interest,Wildlife-friendly berry producer,Naturally compact rounded form,Low-maintenance urban adaptor
Landscape Uses:Residential specimen planting,Street tree installations,Small garden focal points,Bird-friendly landscapes

Q: Is the cut-leaf foliage prone to damage?
A: No, the dissected leaves are firm and healthy. The unique leaf shape actually helps with disease resistance by improving air circulation. It is a robust and hardy variety.

Q: How does its size compare to other crabapples?
A: Its mature size (15-20 ft tall and wide) is very manageable for residential gardens. Its upright habit allows it to fit well in spaces that might be too narrow for a wider-spreading variety like 'Floribunda'.