Description

An excellent pollinator for other apples. This annual bearer produces 2" pale yellow crabapples with streaky red blushes and some russeting. Creamy white flesh is fine-grained and crisp, with a sweet, nut-like flavor that is great for fresh eating, cooking or making jellies. Tree is vigorous and hardy and adapts well to different soil types. Developed at the University of Minnesota in 1946. Cold-hardy. Ripens in early September. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See recommended pollinators below.

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Early
Chill Hours 800
Fruit Color Red
Fruit Size Large - Extra Large
Hardiness Zone Range 3 - 8
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest Early September
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Taste Astringent, Nutty, Sweet
Texture Good Texture; Crisp, Juicy
Years to Bear 2 - 5

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 3 - 8
My Hardiness Zone 6B
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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.

Tools & Supplies

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Planting & Care

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