Among the variety of apple varieties, there is a group of dwarf trees that have features in planting, care and cultivation. They have a number of advantages over higher species. It is worth getting acquainted with the Scarlet Flower apple tree, one of the dwarf trees.
Description and characteristics of the variety
The apple tree of the Scarlet Flower variety, as mentioned above, is a low-growing variety of autumn ripening. If you decide to read the description of this species on the Internet, then most likely you will find a minimum of information.To get more information, you should read gardening forums, talk to seedling sellers, and study consumer reviews.
The main advantage low-growing apple tree species is compactness. This makes it easier to care for and harvest. In addition, they occupy a smaller area, which is important for small areas.
The fruits of the Scarlet Flower themselves are onion-shaped, medium in size, weighing 100-120 grams. The color is golden yellow, with a bright crimson blush around the perimeter. In adulthood, a bright bluish tint appears. The pulp is fine-grained, juicy, white. The taste of apples is pleasant, sweet and sour, with a pronounced aroma.
Advantages and disadvantages of the variety
Each type of tree has distinctive features that distinguish it from others. The Scarlet Flower apple tree has a number of advantages compared to other varieties of apple trees:
- appearance of the fruit;
- early onset of fruiting;
- tree size (makes it easier to care for and harvest);
- high productivity;
- long-term storage of fruits.
The disadvantages of the variety include:
- average resistance to frost of the root system due to its close location to the soil surface;
- the need for additional supports;
- the lifespan is half as long as the tall species.
Tree height and crown width
The scarlet flower is a low-growing tree, the maximum possible height is 2.2 meters. The crown reaches 2 meters in width, is rounded and sparse, which contributes to improved nutrition of the fruit. During fruiting, the apple tree looks spectacular - it is a small bush-like tree strewn with bright, juicy fruits.
This height and shape make it easier to care for the apple tree and harvest the fruit - the fruits are at eye level.This allows you to pick apples in a timely manner without using special equipment.
Fruiting
The Scarlet Flower apple tree begins to bear fruit quickly, usually in the 3rd-4th year. By general standards, the harvest does not bring much, but given its compactness, it produces enough apples. In addition, the small size of this species makes it possible to plant several apple trees at once.
The Scarlet Flower bears fruit regularly, the main thing is to provide proper care. The variety does not require special attention: feed with fertilizers, spray with chemicals against pests (necessarily before flowering) and water regularly (3-5 times a year: before flowering, during flowering, before the ovaries fall off and before the fruits ripen).
Flowering and ripening period
Flowering period dwarf apple trees lasts longer than in medium-sized and low-growing trees. Flowers appear first at the bottom of the tree, then at the top. This is convenient for the future harvest: if frosts unexpectedly occur at the beginning of flowering, then as a result there will be more fruits at the top of the trunk, but if at the end, then at the bottom.
It is difficult to imagine a situation where there were frosts throughout the entire flowering period, which means it is almost impossible to remain without a harvest. If the spring is warm, there will be an equal number of apples throughout the tree. The fruits ripen from late August to early September.
Productivity
The variety is considered productive. Of course, if you compare the Scarlet Flower apple tree with any other medium- or tall-growing one, there will be few fruits. But for the small size of the tree there is plenty of fruit. Usually the “bush” is literally strewn with apples.
The Scarlet Flower bears its first harvest in the 3rd or 4th year and then bears fruit annually.The total number of apples may vary depending on the weather and care conditions, but there will always be fruit.
Winter hardiness
Since the root system of low-growing trees is located close to the soil, so that the apple tree does not freeze in winter, it must be insulated. The tree trunk circle around the trunk is covered with a layer of peat, humus or compost; the top can be laid with leaves or snow - this will keep the roots warm and the tree to survive the winter with dignity.
Diseases and pests
To avoid having to treat the tree for diseases and pest attacks, you must remember to treat it with chemicals, bleach the trunk, pick off rotten leaves, cut off and throw away diseased branches. Avoid the appearance of debris near the apple tree, and fight rodents using special baits.
There is nothing complicated in caring for the Scarlet Flower apple tree. With a little effort, the tree will be pleased with its harvest every year.
