A small, very hardy deciduous tree, growing naturally in the shape of a pyramid, even without pruning. Attractive, healthy, green, oval foliage turning bright orange-red in autumn. Tolerant plant, fairly resistant to powdery mildew, easy to grow. White flowers in April-May. Produces few fruits in June-July (edible), which makes the plant more vigorous. It can be used as a hedge to form a natural green screen, as an isolated plant or in a row or group to emphasise a pathway, a place of passage or to liven up the landscape with its verticality.