Propagation
Sow fresh seed in spring in a prepared bed or place in an open frame to germinate.

Note:
Normally little pruning is required. When young the plant may be trained to form a single trunk or to form a vase habit. The plant may also be espaliered against a wall or on a wire frame. Established plants flower then fruit on two to three year old wood and over pruning results in excessive foliage and no flowers. 

Botanic information
Leaf: The glossy dark green leaves are ovate to oblong with a long acuminate apex. It has pubescent serrated margins and during late autumn the leaves turn rich orange-bronze before falling. 

Flower: The 5-pettled white crateriform flowers are arranged in an umbel-like raceme and appear just before or with the new foliage during spring. 

Fruit: The rounded pome is very hard and has a gritty texture.