Botanical Name: Common Names:
Malus domestica Red Delicious Super Dwarf Dwarf Apple,
Native: Foliage Type:
No Evergreen
Plant Type: Plant Habit:
Citrus & Fruit, Trees Rounded, Upright
Description:
Deciduous dwarf 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. 2.5m tall.
Mature Height: Mature Width:
2-4m 2-4m
Position: Soil Type:
Full Sun Any, Clay, Loam, Sandy, Well Drained
Landscape Use(s)
Courtyard, Edible Garden, Mass Planting, Topiary / Espalier, 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, 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