Malus 'Hopa' - STDS 12-14 CM CONT

Description
The Apple 'Hopa' (Malus x astringens) is a bushy, broad tree with decorative, orange-red, round fruits. These are small. It produces purple-coloured flowers in May. In a sunny to semi-shady location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 7 metres and grows to a width of around 5 metres.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamental * Can be built over

Frost hardiness
The Apple 'Hopa' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Bushy, broad.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the ground is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The lilac-coloured flowers appear in May.

Fruit
The orange-red, round fruits of Malus x adstringens 'Hopa' are particularly decorative. These appear from September and are small.

Use
Group planting, ornamental shrub, park, natural garden