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Bourgueil Apple Tree Seedling 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.

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Bourgueil Apple Tree Seedling at producer prices for professional apple growers

Technical sheet of the Pépin de Bourgueil variety

  • Fruit color: Yellowish white
  • Skin color: Pinkish yellow in the sun with tawny spots
  • Size and Shape: Medium to large (approx. 300g), medium to rounded, flattened and irregular, slightly ribbed
  • Fruit taste: White or yellowish flesh, crunchy, fragrant, slightly sweet and very tangy
  • Disease resistance and storage: Apples keep well for about a month
  • Is this variety self-fertile? Self-fertile, but the presence of other varieties can improve pollination.
  • Commercial Use: Versatile and can be eaten fresh, cooked, or made into compotes, pies, and apple juice
  • Is this a VOC variety? Yes, this variety can be protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (VOC) in France, but it is not mentioned that this variety is specifically protected by a VOC in the sources provided.
  • Comments: Native to the Bourgueil region of the Indre-et-Loire department in France. Late flowering, which protects it from spring frosts.

Discover the Pépin de Bourgueil: an old and versatile variety for professionals

At Arboriverse, a wholesale supplier specializing in apple trees, we pride ourselves on offering varieties that combine tradition and performance. The Pépin de Bourgueil, an old and hardy variety, is renowned for its versatility, exceptional flavor, and ability to meet the needs of professional growers. Perfectly suited to both fresh consumption and processing, it is a strategic choice for a successful orchard.


An exceptional variety for professional productions

Native to Bourgueillois in the Loire region, the Bourgueil Pip is distinguished by its perfect balance between sugar and acidity. Its crisp and juicy flesh makes it an ideal apple for biting into, but also a prime ingredient for processing (juice, compotes, pies, etc.).

Key Features

  • Taste and texture: crunchy, sweet, slightly tangy, with a subtle aroma.
  • Long-term storage: up to 6 months, meeting the needs of winter and spring markets.
  • Attractive aesthetics: straw-yellow skin tinged with pink for attractive stalls.

A robust and adaptable apple tree

The Bourgueil pip is not only prized for its fruit, but also for its hardiness. Hardy and suited to temperate climates, this tree offers natural resistance to common diseases, including scab and powdery mildew.

Key points for producers

  • Late flowering: ideal for regions prone to spring frosts.
  • Adaptability: Grows well in light, well-drained soils.
  • Self-fertility and cross-pollination: optimized production with varieties such as Reine des Reinettes or Golden Delicious.

A strategic choice for professionals

At Arboriverse, we understand the specific needs of apple growers. The Pépin de Bourgueil variety is perfectly suited to wholesale production thanks to its agronomic and commercial qualities. Its versatility makes it an ideal solution for diversifying your production and meeting widespread market demand.

Why choose Arboriverse?

  • Premium apple trees, carefully selected for their vigor and performance.
  • Dedicated expertise: benefit from professional advice to optimize your orchards.
  • Reliable and fast delivery: ensure efficient implementation of your projects thanks to our efficient logistics network.

Take action today

The Pépin de Bourgueil is more than a variety: it is an asset for professional producers seeking to combine quality, profitability and longevity.

Order your apple tree plants now! Contact Arboriverse, your wholesale apple tree plant supplier, for personalized advice and a custom quote. Together, let's make your orchard a success.