APPLE FAMILY SUNSET/DISCO/ELLOR 10L

Description
These produce purple-red, oval fruits from July. They are small.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * tolerates pruning * resistant to urban climates

Growth habit
Apple 'Ola' is upright and dwarf in habit.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Pruning
Pruning, ideally in June, is advisable for this plant.

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).

Tasks
- Fertilise: In the period from March to April - Watering: In the period from May to September - Pruning: Until June.

Care
- A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly nourished over a longer period of time. - Pruning wounds, saw cuts and broken branches should be treated with a wound sealant as soon as possible to prevent pathogens from entering the plant.

Flower
The pink-coloured, cupped flowers appear in May. These grow to about 3 - 4 cm in size.

fruit
The purple-red, oval fruits of Malus 'Ola' are particularly decorative. These appear from July and are small.

Resistance to diseases
The following diseases should be considered with Malus 'Ola': - Fire blight: healthy variety - Powdery mildew: healthy variety - Scab: healthy variety.

Use
Ornamental shrub, bird food plant, cottage garden, jam, dessert, decoration

Root
Malus 'Ola' is a heartroot.