Golden Russet Apple Tree
Description
Also called American Golden Russet apple
High-quality, intense flavor! Tree bears medium-sized, yellow-gold russeted fruit, ideal for cider and juice. Fruit holds its shape when cooked. Enjoy fresh for complex sweet-tart flavor. Keeps well. Antique variety, originates from New York, circa 1845. Cold-hardy. Ripens in October. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See recommended pollinators below.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 800 - 1000 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow Green |
| Fruit Size | Small - Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | October |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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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.
Pollination
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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