Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel'

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Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel'

Well-growing, medium-sized tree with clearly upright growing stem branches. The tree grows about 6-8 m tall and forms a semi-open, broad vase-shaped crown. The pale pink flower buds appear in April, from which white-pink to white flowers open in mid-April to early May. The apples can be picked from the end of August to the end of September. The apples are large and flattened spherical. They are glossy green with a red blush or red stripes. The early harvested apples have quite soft, juicy and aromatic, acidic flesh. They are very suitable as hand, purée or cooking apples. After storage, the apples become sweeter. If harvested later, the apples are mainly suitable as hand apples. As the apples hang from the branches in bundles, they can literally push each other off the branch. Especially in strong winds, this can be a problem. Named after the French nurseryman Jacques Lebel from Amiens, who found this variety as a seedling around 1825. Hardiness zone 6.
Our trees can only be planted when they don't have any leaves. Due to the this we will start delivering again from November 2025.
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Height
6-8 m
Width
6-8m
Crown
broad vase-shaped, half-open crown
Bark and branches
brown
Leaf
green
Flowers
white, pink, flowers in April-May
Fruits
edible fruits, green, red
Spines/thorns
None
Toxicity
usually not toxic to people, (large) pets and livestock
Soil type
clayed soil, loamy soil, sandy soil, acid soil
Paving
tolerates no paving
Winter hardiness zone
6 (-23,3 to -17,8 °C)
Wind resistance
good, susceptible to sea wind
Other resistances
resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6), can withstand wind
Fauna tree
valuable for bees (honey plant), provides food for birds
Application
small gardens, patio gardens
Shape
clearstem tree, clearstem fruit tree, halfstem fruit tree, espalier fruit tree
Clearstem fruit tree Clear stem tree Halfstem fruit tree Espalier fruit tree acid soil clay soil loamy soil sandy soil tolerates no paving resistant to frost (WH 1 - 6) can withstand wind broad vase-shaped 2nd size, between 6 and 12 metres half-open crown green pink white April May average growing Conspicuous bloom valuable for bees (honey plant) provides food for birds non-toxic (usually) Ornamental fruit Edible fruits
Frequently asked questions
Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel'

Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' is average growing and can eventually reach a height of 6-8 m, depending on the site and climate conditions.

The right time to plant Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' is during the dormancy period. In Western Europe, Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' with root balls can generally be planted from mid-November to late April, although this depends strongly on the climatic conditions and the species of tree.

Malus domestica 'Jacques Lebel' blooms in april, may.
General

Yes, we deliver to the UK. Delivery costs depend on the region and the total order value. Below, you’ll find all the details.

Delivery charges for private customers are calculated based on your region and are visible during the checkout process. We also offer discounts based on the total value of your order:

  • Orders over £1,000: Receive a 50% discount on delivery costs.
  • Orders over £2,000: Delivery is completely free.

Yes, for trees with a size of 50-60 cm girth or larger, additional delivery charges apply due to the need for specialised transport. These costs will be calculated separately and shared with you after your order is placed. We will contact you to discuss the transport options and costs.

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