Apple is a plant that is widely cultivated throughout the world. The fruit of the apple plant, the apple, is a popular fruit with a wide range of health benefits. Some of the health benefits of consuming apples include improved digestion, reduced risk of strokes, and protection against Alzheimer's disease and cancer.
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Pineapple Guava Shrub
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Malay Apple
About soil condition,Apple trees need a well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0, according to Purdue University. The tree does best in full sun but can tolerate some shade. Young apple trees need more water than mature trees but both types need at least 1 inch of water per week during the growing season.
Not too different with other fruit trees, apple trees need full sun to produce the most fruit. Six to eight hours of sunlight a day is ideal, although apple trees can still produce fruit with as little as four hours of sun each day. Too much shade, however, will result in fewer apples.
The temperature at which apples are stored can have a big impact on their quality. If apples are stored at too high of a temperature, they will start to soften and develop an off-flavor. If they are stored at too low of a temperature, they will become mealy and lose their crispness. The ideal storage temperature for apples is between 30 and 35 degrees Fahrenheit.
Ideal humidity condition for this plant is 50-70%. However, it can also tolerate low humidity as long as the air is not too dry. The leaves will start to wilt and turn brown if the humidity is below 50%. If the humidity is too high, the leaves will develop yellow spots.
For the fertilizer, this kind of plant need more nitrogen, so you can use some animal manure or some commercial fertilizer which is high in nitrogen content. The root system of the apple tree is very important because it is responsible for taking up water and nutrients from the soil. The roots are also responsible for anchoring the tree in the ground.
Pruning your apple tree is an important step in keeping it healthy and productive. While pruning may seem like a difficult task, it is actually quite simple. All you need is a sharp pair of pruning shears and some patience. Start by removing any dead or diseased branches. Cut these branches back to the main trunk or to a healthy branch. Next, remove any branches that are rubbing against each other. These branches can damage each other over time and can also provide entry points for pests and diseases. Next, thin out the canopy of your tree. This will allow more light and air to reach the interior of the tree, which will promote better fruit production. When thinning out the canopy, be sure to make your cuts at a 45-degree angle. Finally, prune any branches that are growing inward or downward. These branches are not productive and can actually hinder the growth of the rest of the tree. Cut these branches back to the main trunk or to a healthy branch. Pruning your apple tree is an important step in keeping it healthy and productive. By following these simple tips, you can ensure that your tree will be healthy and produce a bountiful crop of apples for years to come.
Propagation is the process of growing new plants from existing ones. One of the most common ways to propagate apple trees is by rooting hardwood cuttings. This is done by taking a cutting from the desired tree and planting it in soil. The cutting will then form its own roots and become a new tree.
Usually, the plant growth rate is determined by the cultivar, orchard density, and to a much lesser degree, rootstock. With a few exceptions, the more dwarfing the rootstock, the more it will decrease the vigor and growth rate of the scion cultivar. In other words, the smaller the tree, the slower it will grow.
Common problems for this kind of plant plants are aphids, codling moth, powdery mildew, and scab. Aphids are small, soft-bodied insects that pierce the plant and suck the sap. This can cause the plant to weaken and produce fewer apples. Codling moth are small caterpillars that bore into apples and eat the flesh. This can cause the apples to rot. Powdery mildew is a white powdery fungus that grows on the leaves and fruit of the plant. This can cause the leaves to turn yellow and fall off. Scab is a black or brown fungus that grows on the leaves and fruit of the plant. This can cause the leaves to turn yellow and fall off.
Source:
Apple Cultivars - Penn State Extension
Apple Facts - Apples and More - University of Illinois Extension
Mayapple, Podophyllum peltatum Wisconsin Horticulture
