Malus transitoria 'Gulliver' (Appletini) - STD 8-10 CM CONT

Description
The Weißdorn-Apfel (Malus transitoria) is an upright, broad large shrub or small tree with decorative, yellow, round fruits that remain on the tree for a very long time. They are small and exude a light fragrance. It produces white, cup-shaped flowers in May. The Weißdorn-Apfel also has 3-lobed, medium green leaves. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich, sandy, loamy soil, it usually grows to a height of around 8 metres and is around 6 metres wide.

Bulletpoints
* Fruiting ornamental * suitable for flowering hedges * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * attractive yellow-orange autumn colouring

leaves
The deciduous leaves of the Weißdorn-Apfel are medium green, 3-lobed. Weißdorn-Apfel is bright yellow-orange in autumn.

Spread
North China.

Frost hardiness
The Weißdorn-Apfel has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Weißdorn-Apfel is an upright and broad-growing large shrub or small tree. It usually reaches a height of 6 - 8 m and is approx. 4 - 6 m wide. It usually grows 15 - 30 cm per year.

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 in May. These are slightly fragrant.

Fruit
The yellow, round fruits of Malus transitoria are particularly decorative. These appear from September and are small. They keep for a very long time.

Use
Solitary, ornamental shrub, park, bee pasture, hedge, bird food plant