Malus toringoides 'Mandarin' - STDS 12-14 CM CONT

Description
The Apple (Malus toringoides) is a large umbrella-shaped shrub with decorative, orange-red, round fruits that stay on for a very long time. It produces white, cup-shaped flowers from April to May. The Apple also has egg-shaped, medium-green leaves. In a sunny location with nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of around 8 metres and grows to a width of around 8 metres.

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

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * attractive dark red autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Apples are medium green, ovate, alternate, lobed. They are about 3 - 8 cm in size. Apple turns a bright dark red in autumn.

Spread
China.

Frost hardiness
The Apple has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Apple is a large shrub that grows in an umbrella shape. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 8 m and is approx. 6 - 8 m wide.

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. These grow to about 2 - 3 cm in size.

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

Use
Ornamental shrub, bee pasture, bird food plant