General characteristics
Origin and history
The Feuilloux apple tree, native to France, is an old variety renowned for its robustness and vigorous growth. Its apples, balanced in flavor and easy to store, are an ideal solution for growers looking for a reliable and attractive variety.
Fruit characteristics
A versatile and attractive apple
- Color and texture: Yellowish-white flesh, semi-tender, juicy and crisp, with golden yellow skin tinged with bright red.
- Flavor: Sweet and fragrant, slightly tangy for a perfect balance.
Uses:
- Direct consumption: A delicious apple to bite into.
- Processing: Ideal for juices, ciders, compotes and jams.
Visual and practical assets
- Medium caliber: Suitable for easy sale in local markets or short circuits.
- Shape: Rounded and slightly flattened, with a rustic appearance appreciated by consumers looking for authenticity.
Production cycle and maturity
A controlled harvest for extended marketing
Late flowering: In May, limiting the risk of frost.
Harvest: End of October for very ripe fruit.
Optimal conservation: Stored in suitable conditions, the fruits remain fresh until March-April, allowing extended marketing beyond the peak season.
Tree characteristics
A robust and adaptable variety
- Port and adult size: A vigorous tree with a solid structure, reaching 5 meters in height and spread.
- Soil and climate: Adapted to well-drained soils, even slightly calcareous, and resistant to temperate climates.
- Hardiness: Ideal for organic or sustainable farming operations thanks to its natural hardiness.
Why choose Arboriverse for your Feuilloux apple trees?
An apple tree expert for professionals
At Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees, we carefully select plants adapted to the needs of demanding growers. By choosing our Feuilloux apple trees, you benefit from:
- Robust and certified plants, guaranteeing optimal growth.
- Personalized support to help you succeed in your plantings and optimize your yields.
- Fast and reliable delivery to guarantee the freshness and quality of the plants.
A cost-effective choice for your orchards
- Extended shelf life: Spread your sales into spring to meet off-season demand.
- Versatility of use: Offer fruits suitable for direct consumption as well as for artisanal processing.
- Hardiness: Reduction in the cost of phytosanitary treatments thanks to natural resistance to diseases.
Recommendations to maximize your returns
- Combine compatible pollinators: Varieties such as Reinette du Mans or Bec d'Oie will optimize fruiting.
- Highlight the authenticity of the variety: Promote the rustic and traditional character of the fruits to appeal to local markets and short supply chains.
- Adopt preventive cultural management: Regular pruning, thinning and disease monitoring to guarantee quality fruit.
- Invest in storage infrastructure: Maximize storage until spring to diversify your distribution channels.
The Feuilloux apple tree is a strategic choice for market gardeners and professional producers looking for a hardy, versatile and reliable variety.
