Thompson & Morgan Apistar Apple Tree - M111 Rootstock 5L Pot
Discover the extraordinary Apple 'Apistar', an ancient variety renowned for its unique star-shaped...Discover the extraordinary Apple 'Apistar', an ancient variety renowned for its unique star-shaped fruit and rich history. Originally known as 'Pomum Pentagonum' to Roman communities and later a Victorian festive decoration, this rare apple offers both beauty and exceptional flavour. It grows into a vigorous, slightly weeping tree reaching about 2.5m, grafted onto M111 rootstock which ensures a strong root system and adaptability to various soil types. How to Grow - Light: Plant in full sun to achieve the best fruit colouration. - Temperature: This variety is well-suited to most UK climates and its late flowering habit minimises the risk of frost damage. - Watering: Ensure regular watering, particularly during dry spells, until the tree is well-established. - Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring. It's advisable to avoid excessive nitrogen feeding. - Humidity: While not critical, ensuring good air circulation around the tree is beneficial. This listing is for one Apple 'Apistar' tree grafted onto M111 rootstock. Please note that images provided are for illustrative purposes, showcasing the potential of the mature plant. Actual results may vary based on growing conditions and seasonality. Decorative pots are not included with the supply. Introducing Apple 'Apistar', a truly remarkable and ancient variety boasting fruits with a spectacular star shape, exquisite flavour, and a fascinating history dating back to Roman times. Rediscovered and modernly named 'Apistar', this rare apple was known to European monastic communities as 'Pomum Pentagonum', revered for its distinctive star pentagon shape symbolising religious significance. In Victorian England, it was even a popular Christmas table decoration. 'Apistar' forms a vigorous yet slightly weeping tree, a late-picking variety ready from November to December. The decorative green fruits develop an attractive red or orange blush on the sun-facing side, revealing a perfect five-pointed star when sliced. Its white flesh is crunchy, juicy, and offers a delightful sweet-tangy flavour. The thick, waxy skin ensures exceptional keeping quality, storing well until May. This variety is grafted onto M111 rootstock, resulting in a dwarf tree with a strong root system that thrives even in poorer soils, reaching an ultimate height and spread of approximately 2. 5m. How to Grow Light: Full sun for best fruit colour. Temperature: Suitable for most UK climates; late flowering helps avoid frost. Watering: Water regularly, especially during dry periods, until established. Feeding: Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring. Avoid excessive nitrogen. Humidity: Not a specific requirement, but good air circulation is beneficial. Included Varieties Apple 'Apistar' (Malus domestica) Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e. g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied. Features: Discover the unique star-shaped fruit of the ancient 'Apistar' apple variety Enjoy a sweet, tangy, and juicy flavour perfect for dessert and culinary uses This late-flowering tree typically avoids frost, promising good annual crops Grafted onto M111 rootstock for a compact, vigorous tree with strong roots Specifications: Dimensions: H:5 x W:5 x D:5 cm Weight: 0.2 kg Model Number: KH6910
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