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Red Devil Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

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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!

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Collection: Red Devil Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Red Devil Variety Fact Sheet

  • Fruit color: Pinkish-red
  • Skin color: Scarlet red
  • Size and Shape: Medium to Large Caliber
  • Tree size: Height 2 to 4 meters
  • Fruit maturity: Mid-September to mid-October
  • Fruit taste: Fresh, strawberry-like, crisp and strongly aromatic
  • Earliness of the variety: Early
  • Fruiting period: Mid-September to mid-October
  • Disease resistance and storage: Resistant to scab and mildew. Stores easily until December.
  • Is this variety self-fertile? Yes, and it is an excellent pollinator for other apple varieties.
  • Commercial use: Eating or cooking apple, and very popular for juice production
  • Comments: Can be grown at high altitudes. Pinkish, decorative flowering.

Red Devil Apple Tree: The Premium Apple for Ambitious Growers

Give your orchard an exceptional variety with the Red Devil apple tree, a sure bet offered by Arboriverse, a wholesale supplier specializing in professional-quality grafted fruit trees. Thanks to its robustness, captivating aesthetics, and incomparable taste qualities, the Red Devil is the ideal solution for market gardeners and producers looking for profitability and originality.


An apple tree that combines aesthetics and performance

Origin and distinction

Created in 1975 by HF Ermen in England, the Red Devil variety quickly gained popularity thanks to its spectacular appearance and unique pinkish-red flesh. This apple stands out in the premium fruit market, appealing to consumers seeking a refined taste experience and an attractive appearance.

With Red Devil, you combine tradition and innovation in a single variety. At Arboriverse, we offer this variety in formats suitable for all your agricultural projects.


Red Devil Fruits: An Aesthetic and Commercial Asset

An apple that is irresistible to the eye

  • Skin: Bright scarlet red, ideal for attracting the eye of consumers.
  • Uniformity: Rounded fruits slightly flattened for an impeccable presentation.

A taste that captivates

  • Flesh: Crisp and juicy, ideal for fresh consumption.
  • Flavor: Fruity notes reminiscent of strawberry and raspberry, balanced by a slight acidity.
  • Scent: Captivating, perfect for seducing lovers of natural apples.

Why adopt the Red Devil in your orchard?

Reliable and fast performance

  • Early fruiting: Production from the first years.
  • Consistent yield: Regular and abundant production.

Optimized conservation

  • Duration: Storage until December under ideal conditions.
  • Processing: Perfect for natural juices or premium products.

Technical characteristics of the Red Devil tree

A size suitable for all orchards

  • Adult size: Between 2 and 4 meters, depending on the rootstock chosen.
  • Rootstocks available: High stem, half stem, bare root or pot.

A hardy and resistant tree

  • Hardiness: Resists down to -25°C.
  • Resistance: Naturally tolerant to scab and mildew.

Ease of maintenance

  • Annual pruning: Promotes optimal fruiting.
  • Minimal maintenance: Ideal for organic or sustainable crops.

Ideal growing conditions

Versatility in soils and climates

  • Soil: Rich and well-drained, tolerates clay or limestone soils.
  • Exposure: Sun for optimal coloring and taste.

A self-fertile fruit tree that performs well in cross-pollination

  • Compatible varieties: Golden Delicious, Reine des Reinettes, Gala, Idared.

A premium product for various uses

Direct consumption

Red Devil apples are ideal for high-end markets thanks to their crispness and fruity flavor.

Culinary transformation

  • Juice: Pink flesh producing a colorful and tasty juice.
  • Pastries: Perfect texture for gourmet desserts.

Why choose Arboriverse for your Red Devil apple trees?

A trusted partner for your agricultural projects

  • Wide range: Red Devil apple tree in pot, high-stem, half-stem or bare-root.
  • Delivery: Direct to your farm.
  • Competitive prices: Take advantage of our producer prices.

Exclusive services for professionals

  • Free quote: Within 48 hours.
  • Technical support: Advice for setting up your orchard.