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Calville du Roi Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Scion, distaff, half stem, tall stem - How to choose?

Understanding the Different Forms of Fruit Trees and Their Planting

Arboriverse , a specialist in the production and supply of professional fruit trees, offers a wide range of plants adapted to your needs and your growing objectives. Discover the characteristics of scions, cattails, half-stems and high-stems, and how to choose and plant these trees on your plot.


The Different Forms of Fruit Trees

1. Scion

  • Benefits :
    • Attractive price.
    • Flexibility: possibility of shaping the tree according to your needs.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires training.
    • Late production (4 to 5 years).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 3 to 4 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 1 to 2 years.

2. Distaff

  • Benefits :
    • Perfect for small gardens or high density crops.
    • Fast production: fruiting in 1 to 2 years.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Shorter lifespan.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 7 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 2 to 3 years.

3. Half-stem

  • Benefits :
    • Good production.
    • Accessible size for maintenance.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires more space.
    • Production in 2 to 4 years.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 10 m.
    • Tutoring: necessary for 3 to 4 years.

4. High-top

  • Benefits :
    • Longevity and high production.
    • Promotes biodiversity.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Significant space (8 to 10 m between trees).
    • Late production (5 years minimum).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 8 to 10 m.
    • Density: 150 to 250 trees/ha.

Criteria for Choosing the Right Tree Shape

  • Available space: Choose cattails for small gardens or scions for personalized management. For larger spaces, tall stems or half-stems are ideal.
  • Desired production: rapid production favors cattails, while sustainable production favors tall stems.
  • Maintenance: Half-stems are more accessible, while high-stems require little intervention after establishment.
  • Biodiversity: tall stems are best suited to creating natural habitats.

Tips for Planting Your Fruit Trees

1. Soil preparation

  • Analysis and amendment: test the soil and enrich it with compost.
  • Drainage: Avoid compacted or wet soils.

2. Planting

  • Planting hole: adapted to the size of the roots (60x60x60 cm for scions, up to 1 m for tall stems).
  • Positioning: The graft point must be at least 7.5 cm above the ground.
  • Watering and mulching: essential for recovery.

3. Layout and orientation

  • Spacing: respect the recommended distances according to the type of plant.
  • Orientation: north-south for optimal sunshine.

4. Pollination

  • Varietal compatibility: Mix compatible varieties.
  • Pollinators: Plan for 10 to 12% pollinator trees in your orchard.

Why Choose Arboriverse?

  • Professional quality: grafted plants produced by specialist nurserymen.
  • Producer prices: excellent value for money.
  • Fast delivery: throughout France, directly to your orchard.
  • Technical support: personalized advice and free quotes within 48 hours.

Take advantage of our producer prices to buy your fruit trees!

Plant your grafted fruit plot with Arboriverse today.

Request a free quote and benefit from expert advice.

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Calville du Roi Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Technical sheet of the Calville du Roi variety

  • Fruit color: Lemon yellow, more tawny on the sun-exposed side
  • Skin color: Lemon yellow and more tawny on the sun-exposed side
  • Size and shape: Large caliber, ribbed throughout its upper part
  • Fruit maturity: End of December
  • Fruit taste: Lemon aromas, especially when eaten at Christmas
  • Disease resistance and storage: Moderate susceptibility to major apple diseases, such as scab and fire blight. Susceptible to some pests, such as powdery mildew, canker, and codling moth.
  • Is this variety self-fertile? No, requires pollinators like "Golden Delicious" and "Reine des Reinettes"
  • Is this a VOC variety? Not protected by a patent, but can be protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (VOC) if the breeder so wishes.
  • Comments: Old and precious variety, known for its large apples

Calville du Roi: An old variety for high-end production

Bring a touch of elegance and authenticity to your orchards with the Calville du Roi, a refined and festive apple, perfect for the premium market.

At Arboriverse , your specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees, we select Calville du Roi plants for their robustness and their potential to enhance a diversified and qualitative production. This old variety seduces with its delicate aromas and its ability to enhance winter meals.


Why choose Calville du Roi?

The Calville du Roi is distinguished by:

  • A unique flavor: Subtle notes of lemon that delight the palate, especially during the festive season.
  • Culinary Versatility: Ideal for baking, desserts and fine dishes.
  • Extended shelf life: Until April, allowing us to offer a fresh product well beyond the harvest period.
  • Premium Aesthetics: Its ribbed contour and elegant look immediately catch the eye.

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees, Arboriverse guarantees quality plants adapted to the requirements of professional growers.


Technical and agronomic characteristics

Refined and tasty fruits

  • Size: Medium to small, perfect for a neat presentation.
  • Flavor: Sweet and balanced, with a unique lemony aroma.
  • Storage: Up to 6 months in optimal conditions, ideal for winter markets.

A tree suitable for small orchards

  • Average vigor: Adult height of 2 to 3 meters, ideal for human-sized orchards.
  • Compact size: Easy to manage, this apple tree is suitable for small spaces or intensive production.

Recommended rootstocks:

  • M9: For rapid fruiting and cultivation in intensive orchards.
  • MM106: Perfect for varied soils and diverse climatic conditions.

An asset for professional producers

  • Premium positioning: Ideal for high-end markets and festive periods.
  • Diversification: Complete your offering with an old variety with remarkable taste and aesthetic qualities.
  • Increased profitability: Thanks to its extended shelf life, Calville du Roi guarantees extended availability, meeting the expectations of winter consumers.

At Arboriverse , we support you in promoting this variety with plants selected for their quality and yield.


Why choose Arboriverse for your Calville du Roi plants?

  • Recognized expertise: As a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees, we guarantee you healthy and high-performing plants.
  • Personalized support: Take advantage of our advice to optimize your plantations and maximize your production.
  • Impeccable quality: Our plants are carefully selected to meet the most demanding standards.
  • Complete Service: Fast delivery, reliable logistics and technical support to ensure your success.

Order your Calville du Roi plants today with Arboriverse

Diversify your orchard with an elegant and timeless variety like the Calville du Roi . With its unique lemony aroma and versatility, this apple is a real asset for growers targeting a high-end market.

Contact Arboriverse now for a personalized quote and benefit from our expertise in wholesale apple tree supply. Together, let's make your orchard a benchmark in quality and diversity.