American Forests National Tree Register, Species: Southern crab Apple (Malus angustifolia), State: MD
Description Healthy. Needs sucker growth pruned.
Description Healthy. Needs sucker growth pruned.
Location Rockville, MD
Southern crab APPLE
Malus angustifolia
This champion Southern crab Apple of Maryland made its debut on the list of American Forests Champion Trees in 2017, as it is the largest known tree of its species in the country. By recognizing these champions, we recognize the beauty and critical ecosystem services provided by our biggest and oldest trees.
| STATUS | Champion |
|---|---|
| Tree circumference | 112 |
| height | 45 |
| crown spread | 40 |
| Total points | 167 |
| LOCATION | Rockville, MD |
|---|---|
| Nominated by | |
| Year Nominated | 2017 |
| Date crowned | 2017-08-16 |
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