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Starkspur® McIntosh Apple Tree

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Description

About the Starkspur® McIntosh Apple Tree

A productive, traditional McIntosh tree for any garden! McIntosh is a popular variety of apple that is known for its sweet, juicy flavor and crisp, white flesh. The Starkspur® McIntosh bears the same fruit with the same ripening time as other McIntosh apples, with a productive, spurring growth habit. It was discovered as a bud mutation of the Summerland McIntosh in 1968, originating in Oyama, British Columbia, Canada.

The Starkspur® McIntosh apple is a medium to large size apple, with crimson red skin on a pale-yellow background. The flesh of the apple is crisp and white, and has a sweet, juicy flavor with a hint of tartness. These apples are great for eating fresh and are also popular for use in cooking, baking and apple cider.

How to Grow a Starkspur® McIntosh Apple Tree

The Starkspur® McIntosh apple tree is a hardy, reliable variety that is well-suited to growing in a range of climates. It is a vigorous grower, with a spreading canopy and dark green leaves. The fruit-bearing spurs line the branches – resulting in a bountiful harvest come fall!

Overall, McIntosh is a popular and reliable choice for any backyard orchard or cottage garden. Its sweet, juicy flavor and crisp, white flesh make it a delicious and versatile choice for a variety of applications.

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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Early - Mid
Fruit Color Red
Fruit Size Medium
Ripens/Harvest August
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Tart
Texture Firm
Years to Bear 2 - 5
Zone Range 4 - 8

Size & Spacing

Mature Size

When your tree matures, it will be approximately 8 - 10' tall x 8 - 10' wide.

Recommended Spacing

We recommend spacing these trees 8 - 10' apart to ensure room for growth.

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow apple trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

Read about how to grow apple trees »

Shipping Information

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