Code : 1206534

Malus domestica Cortland

Cortland Apple Tree

It is necessary to plant another compatible apple tree nearby. It is recommended to choose another variety of apple tree that blooms at the same time, to ensure good cross-pollination. A Cortland apple tree will usually start producing apples after 3 to 5 years if you have planted a grafted tree. Apple trees need regular watering, especially during dry periods. Make sure the soil remains moist, but not soggy. Avoid wetting the leaves and branches to prevent fungal diseases. Apply a balanced fertilizer in the spring, before flowering, to support the tree’s growth and stimulate fruit production. A fertilizer high in potassium (such as 10-10-10 or 12-12-12) will help with flower and fruit production. Apply mulch around the base of the tree to conserve moisture and protect the roots from frost in winter. Apple tree pruning should be done in late winter or early spring, before vegetation starts to grow again. Remove dead or poorly oriented branches.

Size

Height: 4m Width: 2.5m

Exposure

Sun

Zone

3

Soil

Prefers well-drained, cool and rich soils

Flowering period

May