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Apple Tree Characteristics

Malus pumila Appearance: Leaf color changes with season;


fruits range from green to red
Size: 10'-40' tall; fruits; approx. 3-5” in diameter
Apples as a species are common across
Season: Flowers in spring and summer;
the world, with many varying types.
produces fruit in autumn
Apples originated in Central Asia and
were brought to America by the Location: Near Appletree Dorm; orchard below
Colombian Exchange in the 16th baseball field
century. Since then, the United States is
now a top producer of apples, with
California leading the way. As a primary
producer in the food web, apple trees
are vital in the food chain and for the survival of many little critters and animals that are on the
Athenianofcampus.
survival many little critters and
animals that are on the Athenian
campus.

Sources
Hunker Website
Wikifarmer

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