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Malus domestica Red Delicious Dwarf

Botanical Name: Common Names:
Malus domestica Red Delicious Dwarf Dwarf Apple,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Deciduous
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Trees Rounded, Upright

Description:
Red Deciduous Apple tree that has pinkish-white flowers in Spring followed by large, sweet red fruit, that matures mid-season. Fruit flesh is greenish-white and crisp. Fruit is great to eat as is. Fruit can be stored for up to six months. This variety is great for cool climate areas. Some cross-pollinators are Granny Smith, Pink Lady, Red Fuji and Jonathan. Grows approx. 2-3m tall. Also available in a semi-dwarf form.

Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 2-4m

Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained

Landscape Use(s)
Edible Garden, Mass Planting, Topiary / Espalier

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, White
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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