Area of origin: Horticulture
Adult dimensions: Height up to 1.50m
Foliage: Deciduous
Soil type: Any type
Hardiness: Hardy to -20°C
Exposure: Full sun, protected from cold winds
Pollinators:
Self-fertile.
Properties and uses:
The Apple tree - red apples with yellow flesh – is a dwarf fruit tree, its height does not exceed 1.50 m, which allows planting in pots. This variety has a good yield, is hardy (down to -15°C) and self-fertile: only one plant is necessary to produce fruit, starting in the second year.
The first fruit start to appear in September.
With the dwarf apple tree, everyone can enjoy an abundant harvest of apples without having a big garden or orchard.
This can be planted in open ground, in pots, and placed on terraces or balconies, or mixed with other small fruit trees; it is easy to find a good sunny spot for this tree!
Little maintenance required
The dwarf Apple tree adapts to any type of culture and to any place.
When planting in pots, always provide a draining system in the bottom, made of gravel or clay pebbles. Do not hesitate to put mulch at the foot of the plant. No pruning is necessary.
A good harvest to come
The dwarf Apple tree adapts to any type of culture and to any place.
The apple production generally starts in the second year following the planting, they have the same size as for a classic apple tree. They are juicy, crunchy, and sweet.
Plant them now: the shortest way to your plate is through your garden!