Description
Sweet and tangy. Taste tests prove that these Minnesota-bred beauties are a big winner. Early season apple. Fruit keeps up to two months in proper refrigeration. Cold-hardy. Ripens in early August. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See recommended pollinators below.
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Characteristics
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Time | Mid |
Chill Hours | 800 |
Fruit Color | Red |
Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
Ripens/Harvest | Early-mid August |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet, Tart |
Texture | Firm |
Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' tall x 12 - 15' wide |
Dwarf | 8 - 10' tall x 8 - 10' wide |
Recommended Spacing
Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' |
Dwarf | 8 - 10' |
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.