Crab Apple - Thunder Child

E-commerce status

We are currently restocking our online retail. Please phone 250 498 8898 or email sales@sagebrushnursery.com for full availability.

Crab Apple - Thunder Child

Malus 'Thunderchild'

A hardy, disease-resistant purple-leaf flowering crabapple bred at Alberta's Morden research station, popular across the prairies for its reliability and vivid spring colour. Its small fruit hangs on well into winter, adding seasonal interest and a food source for birds.

Characteristics
Average height
20 ft
Average width
15 ft
Bloom colour
Pink
Bloom months
May
Features
Attracts pollinators
Foliage colour
Purple
Soil needs

Tolerant of a wide range of well-drained soils; good urban and prairie hardiness.

Sun zone
Full sun
Water zone
Medium water
Native plants, Okanagan, British Columba, Trees, Shrubs, Perennials, Grasses
Availability
15 Gallon
$265.00
Stock Level
0

We are updaing our 2026 prices and stock. E-commerce will be back up once we are done updating.

Product availability and prices are subject to change. If you have any questions please call 250 498 8898.