ocr: The apple (Malus sylvestris) ist the most widely cultivated fruit in temperate regions. Apple trees will grow easily in most countries in the right conditions, provided they get: a coldr resting periodin winter and - arer not hampered py frost during flowering. Apples are especially valued for their storing qualities, and until the 20th century they were practically the only fresh fruit available during the winter in cold climates. There are well over 3,000 varieties ofa apples cultivated
