Apple Tree Cybele - Malus domestica

The 'Cybèle'® Delrouval Apple Tree is a vigorous variety derived from the 'Delbarestivale'® variety. It produces light red apples, with good storage capabilities, and crisp and juicy flesh, with a well-balanced flavour between sweet and tart. Pleasantly fragrant, it exudes floral and fruity aromas. These fruits are harvested in September - October, and can be consumed immediately, but also have the advantage of being able to be stored until February when stored under proper conditions.

Hardy, the 'Cybèle'® Delrouval Apple Tree can withstand temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F) and usually blooms in April. It is a robust variety, resistant to diseases, and is ideal for amateur gardeners as it generally does not require treatment. This apple tree is not self-fertile, so to bear abundant fruits, it should be planted near varieties that bloom at the same time, such as 'Delbarestivale', 'Régali', 'Royal Gala', 'Reine des Reinettes' or 'Delbard Jubilé'.

The apple tree (Malus domestica) is a fruit tree that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is cultivated almost everywhere in the world and includes countless varieties, both old and modern, that produce apples of varying sizes and degrees of sweetness or tartness. Apple trees are native to Europe, particularly in France where their presence dates back to antiquity.Very hardy, the 'Cybèle' variety can easily withstand temperatures as low as -20°C (-4°F) and blooms very late, usually in mid-May, which protects its flowers from late frosts.It is a disease-resistant variety, particularly resistant to scab, and is ideal for cold climates and mountainous regions. This apple tree is not self-fertile, so to bear abundant fruits, it should be planted near varieties that bloom at the same time.

The domestic apple tree typically does not exceed ten metres in height and width. This size can be much smaller depending on the vigour of the rootstock used. This fruit tree usually has a tall trunk that naturally spreads out. It can take various forms (bush, half-standard, standard...) and can be trained in numerous ways (columnar, cordon, espalier...). The leaves of the apple tree are deciduous and alternate along the branches. Their lamina is oval and toothed. They have a dark green upper surface and a whitish lower surface, slightly velvety. In spring, the apple tree bears white or pinkish-white flowers arranged in corymbs. The flowers of the apple tree are composed of 5 petals, surrounding a core of about 20 stamens. They give rise to fleshy, spherical fruits filled with seeds. Their colour, size, flavour, and storage duration vary depending on the variety.

Apple trees can be grown in all climates, but particularly thrive in temperate regions, preferably with some humidity, such as Normandy. They thrive in full sun in moderately moist and fertile soil. Traditionally, they are planted in the heart of an orchard, but can also be grown as standalone trees or even as hedges. Apple trees are easy fruit trees that require at least some thinning pruning. Proper fruiting pruning will prevent alternate bearing (fruiting every other year). An annual or biannual application of well-decomposed compost also enhances apple tree productivity. Apples are harvested in late summer and autumn and can sometimes be stored for a long period in a cellar and consumed until early spring. Apples are suitable for a wide range of culinary preparations (compotes, pies, jellies), but can also be used to make apple juice or cider.

For transportation reasons, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipment. They are suitable for all common training forms: cordons, espaliers, bushes, half-standards, and low standards, except for tall standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.

This fruit tree is delivered in a “ready-to-plant” root ball. When planting, the root ball should be planted as is. The biodegradable netting surrounding the root ball, which preserves the rootlets, will decompose naturally during the plant's growth. By doing so, you ensure better establishment.