Botanical Name

Malus 'Prairifire'

Commonly known as Prairifire Crabapple

Malus 'Prairifire' (Prairifire Crabapple)
Tree

Deep pink-red flowers on a disease-resistant crabapple. Persistent small fruit feeds winter birds.

Quick Reference
Bloom Season
Apr to May
USDA Zones
4-8
Sun
Full Sun
Water
Moderate - regular watering
Mature Height
10-20'
Bloom Colors
PinkRed
Pollinator Friendly
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About This Name

Malus 'Prairifire' is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Prairifire Crabapple unambiguously. The genus Malus places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Prairifire Crabapple, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Malus 'Prairifire' will give you the most precise results.