Apple seedling
Malus domestica
A young woody seedling featuring serrated, alternate green leaves and a central stem growing in a small container.
- Light
- Full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight per day.
- Water
- Moderate watering needs. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, allowing it to dry slightly between waterings.
- Growth
- Perennial woody tree reaching maturity at heights of 15 to 30 feet with a moderate growth rate.
Care instructions
Provide full sun and maintain evenly moist, well-draining soil. Water deeply when the top inch of soil feels dry.
Growing details
Sunlight
Full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight per day.
Watering
Moderate watering needs. Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, allowing it to dry slightly between waterings.
Soil
Well-draining loamy soil with a neutral pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
Hardiness zone
USDA zones 3 to 8
Growth habit
Perennial woody tree reaching maturity at heights of 15 to 30 feet with a moderate growth rate.
Bloom season
Spring, producing five-petaled white or pinkish fragrant flowers.
Propagation
Propagated primarily through grafting or budding onto rootstocks, or from seeds although seedlings do not grow true to the parent variety.
Common pests & issues
Susceptible to fungal leaf spots, powdery mildew, and aphid infestations. Prevent by ensuring good air circulation and avoiding overhead watering.
Similar species
Other young Rosaceae family tree seedlings such as pears (Pyrus), which can be distinguished by subtle differences in leaf shape, venation, and stipule characteristics.