Merton Russet Apple tree
Owner: N.
Location: Cambridge, CAMBRIDGESHIRE, United Kingdom
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| Age: | Planted in about |
| Rootstock: | M25 |
| Soil: | Shallow sandy-gravelly loam |
| Climate at this location: | Warm, dry, windy |
| Pruning: | Yes |
| Tree form: | Standard |
| Height: | Between 6ft / 2m and 15ft / 4m |
| Cropping: | Not specified |
| Growth: | Not specified |
| Herbicides: | Un-treated |
| Pesticides: | Un-treated |
Owner's comments
Many conflicting reports regarding ability (or lack of) to withstand pests/diseases so I decided to give it a try. Fast growing tree. Removed 2010 - slightly too prone to powdery mildew for my soil.Season records for this tree
2010
Spring blossom: 5 May2009
Spring blossom: 25 April