Botanical Name: Malus
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Common Name: Apple, edible  
Plant photo of: Malus
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Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

3-6', 6-12', 12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green, Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

Green, Red, Yellow

 

Fruit Season

Summer, Fall

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

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Mediterranean, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Espalier, Fragrance, Showy Flowers

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Shrub Border, Patio, Walls / Fences

 

Special Uses

Screen, Small Spaces

 

Attracts Wildlife

Birds

Information by: Stephanie Duer
Photographer: Connon Nursery

  • Description

  • Notes

Apples can be a wonderful addition to an edible landscape. Typically, they are available as in dwarf,semi-dwarf and standard sizes, though not all varieties are available in each size. Consider the space available before you select a variety and size.
Fruit trees take effort in both placement and care, but can be well worth the trouble. For information, see Resources.