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Malus pumila
Apple, edible
Information by: Jerry Sortomme - Editor Photographer: Connon Nursery
Description
The common edible apple is a good family edible ornamental tree. Rootstock makes the tree available in: dwarf,semi-dwarf and standard sizes. Select a suitable cultivar for your growing zone. Mild climate, low-chill cv.s are available.
Sun
Full
Water
Medium, Extra in Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Consider replacing some lawn areas with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.
Good candidates for removal are portions of large lawns, areas where no one uses the grass, patches that don't grow well, or spaces too small to water without overspray.