Apples 'Cameo' (Malus domestica 'Cameo')

Apples 'Cameo'

Also known as: Crabtrees 'Cameo'

Apples 'Cameo' is a cultivated apple tree variety favored for its crisp, sweet-tart fruits that feature a red-streaked, creamy yellow skin. The tree is known for its vigorous growth, moderate resistance to diseases, and adaptability to a range of temperate climates. With its attractive flowers in spring, apples 'Cameo' not only satisfies with its delectable apples but also enhances garden aesthetics.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

3.5 m to 4.5 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Care Guide for Apples 'Cameo'

Twice per week

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

0 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Water apples 'Cameo' within two days after transplanting, ensuring soil saturation. In pots, use a tray for slow absorption. Water again in ten days, then adjust frequency based on climate—every 3-5 days in winter and 1-2 days in summer. Morning watering is ideal; avoid rainy days.

Fertilize: Apples 'Cameo' thrives with adequate fertilization, particularly using organic and quick-acting fertilizer. Optimal application occurs in fall to enhance rooting, with additional applications before spring buds and during fruit growth. Create a 30 cm soil ditch around the trunk for even distribution and proper watering.

Pruning: Apples 'Cameo' yields medium to large, sweet, and crisp fruit, ideal for storage. Prune in early spring by removing dead or crossing branches to enhance air flow and light. Maintain a central leader and well-spaced lateral branches for optimal fruit production and health.

Propagation: Cut seedlings growing at the root of apples 'Cameo' before spring budding or after autumn leaf fall. Remove the seedlings' roots and transplant them into new pots or dug pits for successful growth.

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