How to Grow Malus micromalus? The Cultivation Method of the "Immortal Among Flowers"

Crabapple flowers have long had the nicknames “immortal among flowers” and “imperial concubine of flowers”, with a great many varieties, the more famous ones including Malus micromalus, Begonia semperflorens, Malus halliana, Chaenomeles sinensis, and so on, all with delicate and beautiful colors. So, what cultivation methods are there for Malus micromalus? Let the editor tell you about them.

I. Introduction to Malus micromalus

Malus micromalus is also known as the small-fruited crabapple, Zimu crabapple, and so on. It loves light and tolerates cold, and is one of the easier crabapples to grow. The flower language of Malus micromalus is unrequited love. Malus micromalus gets its name because it grows in Xifu (present-day Baoji City, Shaanxi Province), and when it blooms it is splendidly gorgeous and very beautiful.

II. Cultivation Methods for Malus micromalus

1. Planting

Malus micromalus is generally planted in the ground; the planting time can be either before budding in early spring or after leaf fall in early winter, and it should not be too early or too late, otherwise it will not easily survive. When leaving the nursery, the complete root system of the Malus micromalus must be ensured; if the root system is damaged, it will not easily survive. If the seedling is relatively large, it needs to be balled with soil; if the seedling is relatively small, it is best to keep some native soil, which makes it easier to survive. After planting, it needs to be checked frequently, and the soil should be loosened regularly to ensure the soil is loose.

2. Watering

The growing season of Malus micromalus is in spring and summer, when its water demand is high and it needs more watering, preferably 1-2 times per day; especially in summer, when water evaporates a lot, water must be replenished in time. In autumn and winter, the frequency and amount of watering should be reduced to prevent root rot caused by water accumulation.

3. Fertilizing

Malus micromalus likes fertilizer and has a high fertilizer demand; applying more fertilizer during the growing season can make the flower color more vivid and the number of flowers greater. Nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium should be matched in appropriate proportions; nitrogen fertilizer must not be applied too much, as too much nitrogen fertilizer may lead to lush branches and leaves but sparse flowering. In terms of timing, more nitrogen fertilizer can be applied in spring, while in summer and autumn phosphorus and potassium fertilizers should be the main ones. In addition, note that when fertilizing, do not spray the fertilizer solution on the leaf surface; it should be applied to the soil at the roots.

4. Pruning

Malus micromalus grows vigorously and needs regular pruning of branches and leaves. After leaf fall in winter, dead branches and yellow leaves need to be pruned away, and it should be checked for the effects of pests and diseases, which should be pruned away in time if present. After budding and branch growth in spring, pruning can be done according to shaping needs; for dense side branches, prune appropriately to increase the number of flower buds. If the flower buds are too dense, some poorly growing ones can be removed.

5. Pest and Disease Control

Common pests and diseases of Malus micromalus include Japanese beetles, aphids, bagworms, red spider mites, canker, and so on. In early spring, spray lime-sulfur mixture or apply limewater to the trunk for control.

The above is the cultivation method for Malus micromalus compiled for you by Tuliu.com. Do you understand it all now? Malus micromalus is brightly colored and easy to grow; if you like it, go buy a pot and plant it!