Apple Plant

Description

Apple trees are believed to be cultivated since the 3rd century BC, especially in Asia. Today, apple is maybe the most popular fruit for adults and children. Its wide spread is caused partly because apple tree is very flexible and resilient. It can give fruits even in temperatures below -22 °F (-30 °C). Nowadays, apple trees are cultivated in diverse climate conditions. Consequently, the apple trees do not always need optimum conditions in order to thrive. The trees are popular for adapting to their local conditions and yield some fruits despite difficulties, provided the selection of variety is done rationally. About half of world apple production takes place in India. Apple tree (Malus pumila) is a member of Rosaceae family. It is a deciduous tree (it loses its leaves seasonally). It reaches an average height of 6-16 feet (2-5 meters) The blossoms are produced in spring. The fruits mature on shoots that are 2 or more years old. They mature in late summer. The apple tree is able to produce notable quantity of fruits from the 2rd to 3th year of its age and can continue to do so until the 35th-50th year of its age.