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Malus
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The genus contains many species
indigenous to North America,
Northern Europe and
Asia. Hundreds
of cultivars, representing various species and hybrids,
have been selected principally for attractive flowers,
fruit and growth habit traits. |
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shapes include globose, ovate and others medium
texture |
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ranges from 10-35 feet |
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white, pink, or red in single or double |
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1-2 inches, various shades of green or reddish
green |
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few cultivars have fall color |
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¼ to 2 inches in diameter, in various hues of
red, orange, or yellow |
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Some cultivars are highly susceptible to apple
scab, fireblight, or cedar- apple rust, whereas
others are resistant to varying degrees. Lesser
problems may be caused by canker, scale insects,
borers, or aphids. |
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Should
be planted in full sun, preferably in well
drained, acid soil. Adaptable to many soil
types. |
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