Starkspur® Winter Banana Antique Apple Tree

About the Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple Tree

A beloved heirloom apple tree improved for a bountiful crop! The Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple Tree was introduced in 1890. Unlike tip-bearing apple trees, this tree’s spur-type nature allows fruit to form along each limb — bearing from the trunk out. This means more Winter Banana apples from one tree. In addition to being a great producer, the crop stores well, making it a great choice for homesteaders and farmers' markets.

Characteristics of Winter Banana Apples

This heritage variety produces large, pale-yellow apples with a waxy finish and a blush of delicate rosy pink. The apples are moderately firm, crisp, and tangy, with juicy flesh. Their aromatic flavor, reminiscent of bananas, makes them a top choice for fresh eating and cider making.

How to grow a Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple Tree

This cold-hardy apple tree bears young and annually, producing medium to heavy crops. The abundant, showy blooms in spring make the Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple an excellent pollinator. It also tolerates late spring frosts better than many other varieties.

For best results, plant your Winter Banana apple tree in full sun and well-drained, loamy soil. Expect the delicious fruits to ripen in October and November.

Order Your Winter Banana Apple Tree Today!

The Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple Tree is a customer favorite for its unique flavor and versatility. Order yours now and enjoy homegrown apples for years to come!