Ruby Tears™ Flowering Weeping Crabapple

Ruby Tears™ is a compact, naturally weeping crabapple with cascading branches, fragrant pink flowers in spring, and burgundy-tinted leaves. Dark red fruit follows the flowers and can remain into midwinter, extending its seasonal display. The First Editions profile lists a mature size of 8–10 feet tall by 12–15 feet wide and hardiness in USDA Zones 4–7. ## Landscape Use Plant this small ornamental tree in full sun where its pendulous outline can be seen, such as a specimen in a lawn or a focal point in a mixed border. Spring flowers, colored foliage, and persistent fruit provide interest across several seasons. The fruit may also attract birds. ## Growing Conditions Give the tree room for its broad, cascading crown and provide moderate, regular moisture, especially while it establishes. Once established, it is noted as drought tolerant. The exact [First Editions Ruby Tears profile](https://firsteditionsplants.com/product/ruby-tears-crabapple/) identifies the cultivar as Malus ‘Bailears’ and lists its dimensions, exposure, hardiness, and seasonal features. ## Maintenance Prune in late winter to remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and maintain a balanced framework. Avoid heavy pruning that would disrupt the naturally weeping form. Apply a balanced fertilizer according to its label if soil conditions or growth indicate a need.