Identify A Leaf

Question

I was given an apple tree as a present Malus Malibu Subito It is growing and there is an apple On it. The problem is there is something growing alongside it in the pot and I don’t know if it is part of the tree. The leaves look slightly different The apple tree leaves are more elongated. Should I cut them off ?

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Answer 1

These are suckers from the root, which is a completely different Apple variety. Keep them trimmed, and correct any environmental factors that aren't quite where they should be to keep these from occurring.

Here are some articles that will help:

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/ornamental/trees/tgen/tree-sucker-removal-and-tree-sucker-control.htm

https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apples/container-grown-apple-trees.htm