Malus 'Prairifire' (Crabapple) // One of the BEST Red-leaved, Small Growing Crabapples

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  • Опубліковано 3 лис 2024

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  • @timshel011
    @timshel011 Місяць тому +2

    Thank you for the great information. Looks like I made a good choice buying this variety...

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Місяць тому +3

      Thank you. We are pleased to hear you are fining our information helpful.
      Have you subscribed to our channel yet?
      If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed.
      And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well.
      And, now that we are in the midst of the BEST planting season (Fall) we try to encourage everyone to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/.
      They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of fresh shipments coming in weekly.

    • @timshel011
      @timshel011 Місяць тому

      Thank you for the thoughtful reply. And I'm certainly subscribed to your channel. My new pairifire planted August 15 2024 seems to be ok. We'll see cone Springtime...

    • @merk9569
      @merk9569 Місяць тому

      ⁠​⁠​⁠@@OverdevestNurseries. I am subscribing also! Can you tell me if you sell Prairifire to any garden centers within a 3-4 hour drive of Raleigh, NC? I want to buy a large tree such as the ones in the video, even bigger if I can afford it! I am willing to travel to pick it up. Of all the trees I have studied, it seems that crabapple, serviceberry and dogwoods are the most wildlife friendly. I have a yard filled with climax deciduous trees but just enough sun in one corner for a crabapple and serviceberry! Any help will be greatly appreciated! 😊

  • @jansudik9800
    @jansudik9800 Рік тому +2

    My favorite

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Рік тому +1

      That's good to hear, it's always nice to learn about other people's experiences and opinions. As you can probably tell, we have a high appreciation for it too.

  • @jpcatapano
    @jpcatapano 2 роки тому +7

    So if you have patience and wait until the apples are a dark blood red, they are really tasty. Just ate a handful today.

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Рік тому +4

      Thank you. We have heard of people making crab apple jelly and other preserves from these ornamental Malus selections.

  • @sameanrodriguez9470
    @sameanrodriguez9470 3 роки тому +2

    I just got this one for all the attributes you mentioned. Cannot wait to see it.

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому

      Great, don't forget to keep us all posted. It is helpful for all of us when we share information.

  • @nguyentt4079
    @nguyentt4079 2 роки тому +1

    Elite content. Thanks for sharing

  • @thestrawberryaniahomegarde7228
    @thestrawberryaniahomegarde7228 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you. Very informative video! I am considering planting one in our yard

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  2 роки тому +2

      Thank you, it is great to hear that our efforts were helpful😁👍

  • @mutatioveritas4559
    @mutatioveritas4559 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for the video! I followed the link and looked over the site and it says you no longer grow these, while you do still grow the Royal Raindrops variant. Can you speak to why you kept one and let go of another?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Рік тому +1

      No particular reason beyond trying to make it easier and simpler to decide on a selection. We are continually updating and re-evaluating our line up of plants, and if there's apparent duplication and not mush difference, we try to avoid confusion.

  • @Soprano0913
    @Soprano0913 6 місяців тому +1

    I know this tree can end up 20ft high by 20ft side. With pruning and maintenance is it safe to keep it smaller. Example 10ft high by 6-8 ft wide? 😊

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  6 місяців тому +2

      With concerted pruning you can reduce the size, but remember that is the size of a mature tree. So it is not unusual to hear of people opting to plant ones like this knowing that they will enjoy it's presence for quite a few years before it ultimately outgrows its position. Skilled arborists know how to perform "crown reduction", so reducing the size is possible. However, we suggest you talk to some of the experts at some of our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ because they can probably suggest and perhaps even show you, alternatives that might fit your space better.
      Have you subscribed to our channel?
      If you haven't, you might like to think about it, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), you will find that they will turn up automatically in your feed.
      And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that will help other people find out about the information as well.
      And, now that we have entered the main planting season (spring through late Fall) try to visit our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/.
      They are located all over our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region, and that's where you will find all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections, so be sure to stop in regularly throughout the seasons because there will be a steady stream of more fresh shipments coming in weekly.

  • @MeatHuntr44
    @MeatHuntr44 2 роки тому +2

    Hello Sir, thank you for your videos! I noticed on your website that you discontinued offering Prairifire and was wondering if you no longer recommend from your testing. I can easily enough seek out a Royal Raindrop instead. I appreciate it

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, that is correct. It is nice to be spoiled for choice.....
      In our continuing selection process, we have found Royal Raindrops to display superior disease resistance and performance.
      Here's a link to our video on it: ua-cam.com/video/MPMtuwRzEdM/v-deo.html

    • @MeatHuntr44
      @MeatHuntr44 2 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries thank you very much, I appreciate the reply! Take care

  • @Kkazzo4124
    @Kkazzo4124 3 роки тому +1

    Great Video! I’m having 2 princess crabapples this wknd. Are the trees in your video considered princess crab apples?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому +2

      Thank you and good luck with your new trees. This one (Malus Prairifire) is a different selection and one that we have found to be one of the most beautiful and best performers which is why we include it in our line up.

  • @carenallen5841
    @carenallen5841 Рік тому +1

    Do they graft these trees to make a weeping crab tree..?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Рік тому +1

      Yes, most of the trees in nursery production are grafted. That provides vigor and uniformity and in the case of weeping trees "a leg" and eventually a trunk that allows the weeping branches to cascade downwards.

  • @running179
    @running179 2 роки тому +1

    David, are you from Northern Ireland?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, you've correctly placed the origin of my accent - the place that most of us that hail from there will tell you "is the greatest wee place with the nicest people"😂🌍✅

  • @carenallen5841
    @carenallen5841 Рік тому +1

    You have a more beautiful crab tree that came out this r 2023….called Malus Ruby..weeping crab 8 ft tall only

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  Рік тому +1

      Thanks, we think you may be referring to Malus Ruby Tears from First Editions plants.
      We are big fans of this plant brand. We have tested, grown and featured many of the plants within this line up, but haven't yet, had enough time to trial and evaluate this one.
      Stay tuned, because if it is as good as the many other plants we supply to our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ We are likely to be including it and doing a video at some point on it too. Thanks for "the heads up" 😉😁👏
      Have you subscribed to our channel?
      If you haven't, you might like to think about subscribing, because once you are subscribed, each time we post a new video (which we are doing all the time), it will turn up automatically in your feed.
      And, as you find our videos helpful, it would be great if you could kindly share the links with your friends and click the "like" button too, because that helps other people find the information as well.
      Finally, now that our partnering garden centers: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/ are fully stocked with fresh new plants, if you live in our Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region be sure to stop in and take a look…. Because that’s where you will discover all sorts of beautiful, tried and true and cutting edge, top performing selections.

  • @johnnyb.2355
    @johnnyb.2355 3 роки тому +1

    This can grow in Sacramento full sun? Ty

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you. it is always helpful to get feedback from other regions of the country.

    • @johnnyb.2355
      @johnnyb.2355 3 роки тому +1

      @@OverdevestNurseries it's a question from me. Lol

  • @Sunshine-rc7ow
    @Sunshine-rc7ow 4 роки тому +1

    M tore between prarifire and royal raindrop crabapple which one would u recommend?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому

      Either would be fine, both are exceptionally good, but this one (Prairifire) is probably the one I would choose (by a very "short nose") if I had to pick just one. In an ideal world with enough space, I would be tempted to plant both of them.

    • @Sunshine-rc7ow
      @Sunshine-rc7ow 4 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries i heard that royal raindrop is more dense than prarifire..is it so

    • @willmiller6264
      @willmiller6264 4 роки тому +1

      Two other cultivars to consider are Showtime(Shotizam) and Centurion(Centzam). I find both to be more prolific bloomers over Prairiefire.

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому +1

      Thank you for your kind suggestions. I think we may have some M. Showtime in production. I will certainly pass on your suggestions for our ongoing consideration. Thank you for taking the time to offer your help, it is appreciated.

  • @jadesdream2212
    @jadesdream2212 3 роки тому

    Hi, I'm looking at buying one these trees. My local nursery prices them according to their trunk diameter in inches. The largest they stock is 5 inch diameter trunk. Would that be equivalent to these or would that be larger? Thank you for your help!

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому

      Thank you for your question, there’s a lot to answer here so I will try to be as concise as possible.
      First, a 5 inch caliper tree is a big one! It will probably be “balled & burlapped” (B&B) specimen which means that it will have a large ball of heavy soil, so it would probably have to be moved by a machine and truck and planted by professionals. Our trees on the other hand, are younger trees that are grown in pots which means that they are lighter and much easier to handle, and because there is minimal disruption to the root system (except for the removal of the pot) they will get away to a quicker start, establish quicker and grow away faster. The big caliper trees are frequently used where someone needs an instant “mature” looking effect, while the younger pot grown ones maybe smaller initially, but will quickly settle in to the new surroundings and usually (in a short time) grow into beautiful long-lasting specimens.
      There’s no substitute for seeing them for yourself, so I suggest that you go visit some of our partnering garden centers. This link will help you find them: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/
      We are shipping the first of our trees right now, and when you go there you will be able to compare them, speak to one of the experts, get the scoop on the difference, and choose the ones that are right for your needs.
      Hopefully, you will find this guidance useful. We are adding new videos like this to our channel all the time. If you haven't already, might I suggest that you follow our UA-cam channel now so that our new videos will popup in your feed as we add them. And if you click the like button on this particular video it will help other UA-camrs find it in the future too. Meanwhile, I hope this answers your question adequately.
      Finally, if you wish to learn more about the differences and specifications of the various types of nursery plants, here’s a link that will help explain:
      mylearning.nps.gov/library-resources/selecting-nursery-stock/#:~:text=Nursery%20tree%20calipers%20range%20from,12%20inches%20above%20the%20soil.

    • @jadesdream2212
      @jadesdream2212 3 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries Wow thanks so much for all the information, very helpful! I am in northern Indiana, I checked and it does not appear you have any locations near me. And yes you are correct, the 5" diameter trees are balled and burlapped. I am looking for the largest, most mature trees. Hopefully they will do as well as the container grown ones. They do indeed need to use a truck to transport the trees from the nursery. They also professionally install them. I am wondering how tall and mature the 5" diameter trees will be as I have not looked at them yet. Thank You! I have subscribed to your channel, very useful and concise information!

  • @jadesdream2212
    @jadesdream2212 3 роки тому

    Also, how many years do they take to reach 20 feet? Are they fast or slow growing? Thank You

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your question.
      Of course, it depends on the soil conditions, nutrition, moisture availability in summer, growing environment and weather etc. and other factors like your source of plants, but I would estimate that if you got one of these trees you are probably looking at about 10 years or so.

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому

      Thanks for your question.
      It is a good vigorous, healthy grower and of course, it depends on the soil conditions, nutrition, moisture availability in summer, growing environment and weather etc. and other factors like your source of plants, but I would estimate that if you got one of these trees you are probably looking at about 10 years or so.

  • @jangyosef_1095
    @jangyosef_1095 2 роки тому +2

    i wanna buy that trees , how i can pay that and shipping in to indonesia? please i really really want it from long ago

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  2 роки тому +2

      We only distribute our plants through our network of garden centers here in our Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region of the USA. grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/

    • @jangyosef_1095
      @jangyosef_1095 2 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries i confused on this link

    • @jangyosef_1095
      @jangyosef_1095 2 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries how can i ordered with from Ebay or alibaba?

  • @ryan9600
    @ryan9600 3 роки тому

    What's your opinion on toringo scarlett? I just got one

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  3 роки тому +1

      Ryan, I am afraid we have not done any trialing on this variety here in the USA yet. So I cannot offer much guidance beyond noting that I see it has received an AWARD OF MERIT from the Royal Horticultural Society after trials at Wisley, so it sounds promising. How about you keeping us all posted on the progress of your plant? We would be particularly interested to hear about its disease resistance (or otherwise).

    • @ryan9600
      @ryan9600 3 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries thanks. It's from Denmark originally. Think it's a new strain.

  • @nakclahan6445
    @nakclahan6445 2 роки тому +1

    Do u ship to CA

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  2 роки тому +1

      Our plants are available through a network of garden centers here in the Mid-Atlantic and Northeastern region: grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/
      Your best option would be to check with your local garden centers in your area, they will be able to advise where you can get this lovely variety.

  • @daddun7242
    @daddun7242 4 роки тому

    Can you eat the crab apples from this tree?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому +1

      Probably, but they are small, hard & pithy. Better leave them on the tree and enjoy them for their beauty.

  • @nosheenmajeed471
    @nosheenmajeed471 4 роки тому

    Hello, could you tell me how old and, how tall are these trees?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому

      They are probably about 7-8 years old and currently about 9-10 feet tall

  • @acuteteacher
    @acuteteacher 4 роки тому

    You're calling it a red leaf crabapple but the leaves are green in the summer?

  • @chendalengh7567
    @chendalengh7567 4 роки тому

    Do you ship to Plano, TX?

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому

      Sorry, we ship to garden centers and plant distribution centers within the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region: www.grownbyoverdevest.com/retail-locator/

    • @chendalengh7567
      @chendalengh7567 4 роки тому

      @@OverdevestNurseries Thank you for your reply

  • @judyokemow1400
    @judyokemow1400 4 роки тому

    Why are tips are brown

    • @OverdevestNurseries
      @OverdevestNurseries  4 роки тому

      It may have got hit by a late frost just as the buds were opening but to me it sounds like it may have got a bit dry at some stage. If you haven't already done it...., it would probably be a good idea to put down a layer (2-3 inches deep) of mulch and water it during any prolonged dry periods.