Malus floribunda Siebold
Ornamental apple
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Description
The ornamental apple belongs to the genus Malus in the rose family and includes a wide range of garden hybrids and wild species bred for their abundant spring blossoms and decorative fruit. In spring it is covered with white, pink or deep‑red flowers that attract bees and other insects. In autumn and winter the small apples, depending on the variety bright red, orange or yellow, remain on the tree as ornamental fruit and provide food for birds. It can be planted as a solitary tree, in rows, or in smaller forms such as ‘Evereste’ or ‘Red Sentinel’ in containers, adding year‑round interest to the garden.
Care instructions
Plant the ornamental apple in full sun on well‑drained, humus‑rich soil; it does not tolerate waterlogging. Water regularly in the first years after planting, especially during dry periods; established trees cope well with natural rainfall. A formative pruning in the early years encourages a beautiful crown; for thinning, prune best after flowering or during the winter dormancy period. When purchasing, choose scab‑resistant varieties, susceptible types are more prone to fungal diseases in damp locations.
Soil & site
Companion planting
Companion planting is partly traditional gardening lore. Where the reason is known, it is given.
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Diseases & pests
2 relevantFrom the knowledge base, automatically linked by affected species. How to spot and prevent them is covered in full in the lexicon.
Podosphaera leucotricha
Apple powdery mildew is caused by the fungus Podosphaera leucotricha and appears as a white, powdery coating on young leaves, shoot tips, and flowers.
More on Apple powdery mildewNeonectria ditissima
European canker is caused by the fungus Neonectria ditissima and attacks above all pome fruit such as apple, pear and quince.
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