Botanical Name: Common Names:
Malus domestica Ballerina Maypole Columnar Apple,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Trees Columnar, Upright, Upright Narrow
Description:
An upright Apple tree with a narrow, columnar habit that has pink flowers in spring followed by large, deep red fruit. Fruit flesh is juicy and crisp. Fruit is great for using in deserts or to eat as is. This variety is great for cool climate areas. Suitable cross-pollinators are Granny Smith and Pink Lady. Grows approx. 2.5m H x 60cm W.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 30-60cm
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Courtyard, Edible Garden, Feature, Mass Planting, Container / Pot
Pests & Diseases: Aphids, Black Spot, Borers, Caterpillars, Fruit Fly, Mites
Cultural Notes:
Plant Care
Annual slow release fertiliser, Keep moist during dry periods, Mulch well
Family Name: Origin:
Rosaceae Asia
Characteristics
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink
Flower Fragrant: No
Flowering Season: Spring
Fruit: Yes
Requirements Tolerances
Growth Rate: Moderate
Maintenance Level: Medium
Water Usage: Low
Drought: High
Frost: High
Wind: Medium / Moderate
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