Starkspur® Winter Banana Antique Apple Tree
Description
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 of your favorite Winter Banana apples from one tree. In addition to being a great producer, the crop store well, making it a great choice for homesteaders and farmer markets.
Characteristics of Winter Banana Apples
This heritage variety produces large, pale-yellow apples, a waxy finish with a blush of delicate rosy, pink. The apples are moderately firm, crisp, and tangy, with juicy flesh. Aromatic flavor similar to bananas. Good for eating fresh and making cider.
How to grow a Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple Tree
This vigorous apple tree bears young and annually with medium to heavy crops. The abundant showy blooms in spring make the Starkspur® Winter Banana Apple an excellent pollinator. It is also a cold-hardy apple tree, with the ability to handle late spring frosts.
Plant in full sun with well-draining soil. Expect the delicious fruits to ripen in October and November.
Survival Guaranteed!
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 Time | Mid |
| Chill Hours | 400 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late October |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Tangy |
| Texture | Firm, Crisp |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
| Zone Range | 4 - 9 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
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.
