Overview
Malus 'Braeburn' is a bushy tree in the genus Malus, part of the Rosaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Malus 'Braeburn' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include fruit production and garden tree.
About
Malus 'Braeburn' (Braeburn Apple) is a cultivar of the Malus genus, which comprises small deciduous trees or shrubs in the rose family Rosaceae. This tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, moist soil. It is cultivated primarily for fruit production and as a garden tree. Regular watering and feeding are necessary, along with winter pruning to remove dead or crossing branches and to maintain its shape and productivity. Propagation is typically done by grafting.
About the genus
Malus is a genus of about 32–57 species of small deciduous trees or shrubs in the family Rosaceae, including the domesticated orchard apple, crab apples, and wild apples.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Malus
- Sunlight
- full sun
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- moist
- Aspect
- South-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H6
Plant details
Malus 'Braeburn' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- tree
- Habit
- Bushy
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- fruit production, garden tree
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Malus 'Braeburn'
- Cultivation
- Requires regular watering and feeding; benefits from winter pruning to maintain shape and productivity.
- Pruning
- Prune in winter to remove dead or crossing branches and to shape the tree.
- Propagation
- grafting
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Woolly aphid, Rosy apple aphid, Fruit tree red spider mite, Codling moth, Other caterpillars
- Disease resistance
- Apple canker, Apple scab, Blossom wilt, Brown rot, Fireblight, Honey fungus, Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
How do I grow Malus 'Braeburn'?
Requires regular watering and feeding; benefits from winter pruning to maintain shape and productivity.
Where is the best place to plant Malus 'Braeburn'?
Malus 'Braeburn' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Malus 'Braeburn' need?
Malus 'Braeburn' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist.
How do I prune Malus 'Braeburn'?
Prune in winter to remove dead or crossing branches and to shape the tree.
Is Malus 'Braeburn' hardy in the UK?
Malus 'Braeburn' has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.
How do I propagate Malus 'Braeburn'?
Grafting.
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