- Family :
- Rosaceae
- Origin :
- Horticultural
- Hardiness :
- 2b
- Exposition :
- Full sun
- Height at maturity :
- 9 m
- Spread at maturity :
- 8 m
- Spacing requirement from power lines and infrastructure :
- 5 m
- Tree size :
- Small
- Crown shape :
- Rounded and large shape. Branches a little bit ascending.
- Roots :
- Superficial
- Growth rate :
- Average
- Soil and moisture :
- Prefers a drained soil; Clay, loamy, sandy; Medium moisture; Neutral pH.
- Tolerance to pollution :
- Average
- Tolerance to road salt :
- Average
- Tolerance to spray salt :
- Low
- Tolerance to compaction :
- Average
- Common problems (disease, fungus, insects) :
- Excellent resistance to rust and powdery mildew; Good resistance to scab and fireblight.
- Special comments :
- Very hardy tree; In spring, the elimination of shoots (the stems and leaves that develop on the trunk) favors its production and allows to keep its ornamental aspect. Water well at planting and regularly during dry spells in the early years.
