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Columnar Apple Tree Vaux Le Vicomte - Georges Delbard
Columnar Apple Tree Vaux Le Vicomte - Georges Delbard
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The columnar habit and compact development of the 'Vaux Le Vicomte Delcosu' apple tree are well suited to gardens with limited space, container cultivation on balconies or terraces, or the creation of a small fruit hedge. It is a productive, hardy, and vigorous variety, highly resistant to scab and mildew. The 'Vaux Le Vicomte' apple is tasty, with a round shape and large size, and bright red skin with fairly prominent yellow lenticels. Its crispy, whitish, firm flesh is juicy, fruity, and sweet. From late September, the fruits can be eaten straight from the tree and can be stored until November. With a high sugar content, it is a refreshing apple to bite into. Excellent in pies, compotes, or pan-fried, the 'Vaux Le Vicomte' is also highly appreciated in savoury recipes. The presence of other apple tree varieties nearby will improve pollination and therefore production.
Malus domestica, also known scientifically as Malus communis or Malus pumila, is commonly called the Common or Domestic Apple tree. It belongs to the Rosaceae family. Present in France and Europe since ancient times, it is a fruit tree native to the forests of Central Asia. It is highly hardy and is probably the most cultivated fruit tree in Northern Europe. There are about 20,000 varieties, including approximately 10,000 of American origin, 2,000 of English origin, and 2,000 of Chinese origin. The 'Vaux Le Vicomte'® Delcosu Malus domestica is a recent creation from the Georges Delbard Nurseries in France.
Elegant, the 'Vaux Le Vicomte' Apple tree is a small tree with a columnar and compact habit that reaches a height of 2 to 3 metres (7 to 10 feet) and a width of approximately 40 to 60cm (16 to 24in) at maturity. Its foliage is composed of large, ovate, dark green leaves on the upper side and whitish green on the lower side, with deeply toothed edges. The white flowering occurs in April-May, which generally protects it from frost. The flowers are destroyed by frost at temperatures below -2 to -3°C. The 'Vaux Le Vicomte Delcosu' Columnar Apple tree is a hardy plant that can withstand temperatures around -30°C, making it suitable for cultivation in all regions. It is a partially self-fertile variety, but the presence of other apple tree varieties nearby will improve pollination and therefore production. Columnar Apple tree varieties such as 'Amboise'®, 'Azay-Le-Rideau'®, 'Ballerina'® 'Polka', 'Ballerina® Maypole', 'Ballerina® Valse', 'Cheverny'®, 'Chenonceau'®, 'Chinon'®, 'Courson'®, 'Pomfital', 'Rhapsodie'®, 'Vaux Le Vicomte'®, 'Versailles'®, and 'Villandry'® are suitable for cross-pollination. The 'Reine des Reinettes' apple tree can also fulfill this function. Ornamental apple trees such as 'Evereste' and 'John Downie' flower abundantly and can be excellent pollinators.
The 'Vaux Le Vicomte' Apple tree is a vigorous variety with rapid and abundant fruiting. The fruiting, uniform and plentiful, begins in late September and extends until October. The apple can be consumed raw or cooked, in compotes, pastries, paired with cheeses, or as an accompaniment to savoury dishes such as black pudding, pork, or salads. Easy to consume, the apple provides a feeling of satiety. Rich in carbohydrates and fructose, it is invigorating and rehydrating. Its high content of vitamins A, B, C, and E, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre makes the apple a health asset. The fruits can be stored until February. Storage can be done in a cool, dry place, protected from light, at a temperature around 8 to 10°C, or in a cold room, sealed off from outside air, at a temperature of 1 to 3°C. The apple releases ethylene, a gas that promotes fruit ripening. To accelerate the ripening of other fruits or vegetables, place your apples next to them.
Very popular for its fruits, the apple tree finds its place in the garden to the delight of young and old. Among a wide range of apple trees varieties, it is easy to find the variety that best suits one's desires.
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Choose a well-sunlit location for your 'Vaux Le Vicomte' Columnar Apple tree. The soil can be slightly chalky or acidic, but without excess. Dig a wide planting hole at least 3 times the volume of the root ball. Simultaneously add organic matter (potting soil, compost...) and a base fertilizer like crushed horn. Do not bury the graft union. Stake if necessary. Water abundantly, even in winter, even if it rains. Fruit trees are ideally planted between October and March, outside of the freezing period. Container-grown plants can be planted year-round, except during periods of extreme heat or frost.
The advantage of columnar fruit trees is that they can be planted in outdoor containers. Choose a container of at least 60L. Make sure the container has drainage holes and provide good drainage by filling the bottom with a thick layer of clay balls or gravel. In pots, your trees will naturally require more regular watering. In winter, move your fruit trees to a sheltered location away from the wind and stop watering during frost periods. Every two years, perform a top dressing by replacing at least the topsoil with fresh potting soil, and fertilize before flowering using a specialized fertilizer that is not too rich in nitrogen.
In winter, at the base of the tree and lightly incorporated into the soil surface, you can add a small handful of wood ash, rich in potash, to improve fruiting. Apple trees can be susceptible to various diseases and pests. To limit risks, space the trees sufficiently, install multi-species hedges, birdhouses, or insect hotels to attract beneficial insects. In summary, prioritize diversity. The main diseases of apple trees are scab (brown spots on the leaves), brown rot (wilting of flowers and rotting of fruits on the tree), and powdery mildew (white powdery coating on the leaves). For these three cases, preventive action is preferred by spraying a horsetail decoction. As a last resort and in case of severe attacks, you can apply a treatment based on Bordeaux mixture. As for pests, the codling moth (or fruit worm) is a small caterpillar that causes galleries inside the fruit. To remedy this, it is preferable to act preventively by promoting the establishment of tits and bats through the installation of nest boxes. In case of aphid infestation, spray a solution based on black soap.
During the harvest in September, only keep the picked fruits. For good storage, it is advisable to place the apple with its stem pointing downwards, on racks or in crates. Choose a preferably completely dark, dry, and cool location, but frost-free.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.