Description
Great flavor and easy to grow. This deep-red fruit is everything you want in a dessert apple — sweet, juicy, and firm. Also great for baking. Tree is ideal for northern gardens! Disease-resistant to scab, fire blight, and powdery mildew. Fruit stores up to nine months. Originates in Illinois circa 1968. Cold hardy. Ripens in mid-October. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See recommended pollinators below. May be covered by USPP #20,437 or other patents.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink, White |
| Bloom Time | Mid |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Ripens/Harvest | October |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Mild, Subacid |
| Texture | Firm, Crisp, Juicy |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
| Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
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.
