A superb collection of proven garden apple varieties. They are easy to grow and will pollinate one another. A partner tree is needed.
James Grieve
Cox's Orange Pippin
Elstar
Katy
Topaz (organic)
- A partner tree is required
- Patio, Balcony or Garden
- Fruits in the first year
- Remains miniature
James Grieve
A reliable hardy variety, well suited to difficult sites. The yellow
fruit mature in early September; they are juicy and tangy. An old variety
(1890), it is now rarely sold in shops.
Cox's Orange Pippin
Although very old [1825], it is still considered the best
flavoured apple. The russety-yellow fruit are flushed red;
they are aromatic, juicy and crisp. They mature in October
and keep until December.
Elstar
An easy to grow modern [1972] Dutch variety. The apples mature in early
October and will keep until December. The fruit are red-flushed and juicy
and the flavour is excellent.
Katy
Originated in Sweden in 1947, this apple is easy to grow and has good
disease resistance. The fruit mature in early September; they are bright red,
juicy and refreshing.
Topaz
Now the standard variety for organic growing. Resistant to disease it can be grown
without chemicals. The apples have an excellent flavour. They mature in October and
keep until January. Katy is a suitable partner variety.
Miniature
CORONET is a true miniature apple tree. It may be planted in
the smallest space - mature height is only 5ft. (1.5m)
Fruiting
CORONETS bear fruit even in their first year. You may purchase
the tree in spring and pick fruit that autumn.
Garden or Patio
CORONETS can be grown in the garden soil or in a pot. Being
miniature they will not outgrow their pot and you can even
take the tree with you if you move!
Easy to Grow
CORONETS require almost no pruning and their small size makes
them easy to maintain.
Varieties
CORONETS offer a wide range of varieties, including types no
longer found in shops.
Attractive
CORONETS provide interest in the garden from spring till autumn;
you can watch the apples develop and pick them in peak condition
directly off the tree.
Gift
CORONETS make the ideal living gift: it is unique, original and
distinctive.
Pollination
Companion varieties need a partner to produce apples. Any two of our varieties will suffice.
When to Plant
Coronets from garden centres (container grown) may be planted at
any time of year. Coronets by mail order (bare rooted) should
be planted between November and March.
Planting in the Garden
Prepare a hole twice the size of the pot: 20ins (50cm) diam. Drive
in a tree stake a little off-centre. Tease out any matted roots.
Plant firmly in fertilised compost with the old soil mark of the
tree at the top of the compost.
Planting in Pots
Coronets are ideal for containers. Pots should be at least 24ins (60cm) diameter.
Plant firmly in fertilised compost with the old soil mark
at the top of the compost. Water well after planting and keep compost moist.
Staking
Coronets need permanent staking. Use a long lasting stake. Tie
the tree firmly using an adjustable strap tie or stretchable
material.
Feeding
Feed in March with a slow release fertiliser (available in most garden shops). Apply only sufficient for the tree: too much is worse than none at all.
Pests and Diseases
Most pests control each other in the garden. However greenfly
may need one spray. Apple scab is the main disease. Spray when
the tree comes into leaf and three to four times afterwards at
two to three week intervals. Do not spray at blossom time when
bees are active. The small compact Coronet is easy to spray.
Fruiting
To help the tree become established it is best to reduce the
number of apples to about six in the first year. Cut off any
other fruitlets in June. In following years remove fruitlets
to leave developing apples about 5cm [2ins] apart.
Pruning
Coronets are best left unpruned. If an occasional stray branch grows strongly cut it out in winter. Otherwise no pruning.
