Malus 'Eleyi' - 100-125 CM C7.5

Description
These produce dark red, oval fruits from October. They exude a light fragrance. The bronze-coloured shoots are also an interesting sight.

Bulletpoints
* Fruit ornamentation * beautiful foliage * fragrant flowers * attractive orange-yellow autumn colouring * suitable for containers * bronze budding

Leaves
High foliage ornamental value. Attractive orange-yellow autumn colouring.

Growth habit
Apple 'Eleyi' is upright in structure.

Water
The plant has a medium water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny to semi-shady position.

Soil
Standard container plant 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).

Care
A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
The dark red, cupped flowers appear from May to June. They grow to about 5 - 6 cm and are slightly fragrant.

fruit
The dark red, oval fruits of Malus 'Eleyi' are particularly decorative. These appear from October.

Use
Tub, ornamental shrub, bird food plant, jam, juice