Malus toringoides 'Mandarin' - STD 14-16 CM CONT

Description
From September, these produce orange-red, round fruits that keep for a very long time.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Malus transitoria var. toringoides.

Bulletpoints
* fruit ornamentation * the flowers are heavily favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive dark red autumn colouring

Leaves
Attractive dark red autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Apple is umbrella-shaped in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

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

Flower
The white, cupped flowers appear from April to May. They grow to about 2 - 3 cm in size.

fruit
The orange-red, round fruits of Malus toringoides are particularly decorative. These appear from September. Adhere for a very long time.

Use
Ornamental shrub, bee pasture, bird food plant