Golden Treat™ Fruit Snacks™ Apple Tree
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Description
Golden Treat™ Fruit Snacks™ Apple is a chef’s go-to apple in a tree that fits on a patio: crisp, golden-skinned, full-sized apples with an exquisite blend of sweetness and tartness and a satisfying crunch, borne on a slim columnar tree that stays 8-10 feet tall. They are wonderful fresh, shine on a cheese platter, and add flavor and texture to cobblers and pies. Medium-pink blossoms in spring give way to fruit that ripens in September. Bred to be rust-resistant and resilient against apple scab, cold-hardy, and easy to grow in containers or as an edible hedge. Bears in 1-2 years.
A pollinator is required. Plant two different apple varieties within 100 feet of each other. Most Fruit Snacks™ apples bloom mid-season and pollinate one another well.
May be covered by USPP #30,864 or other patents.
Sweet, Tart, and Crunchy
Golden Treat™ has the balance that cooks look for in an apple: sweetness up front, a delightful hint of tartness behind it, and a firm, satisfying crunch. Eat it fresh, slice it onto a cheese platter, or bake it into cobblers and pies, where it adds both flavor and texture.
Full-Sized Apples on a Slim 8-10 Foot Tree
Despite its narrow, spire-like shape, this tree bears full-sized apples. Pruned to a columnar form, it is a perfect fit for small gardens and edible landscaping, and it grows well in large containers. Planted about 2 feet apart, several trees make an attractive edible privacy hedge, and a single tree makes a striking accent plant.
Bred for Rust and Apple Scab Resistance
Golden Treat™ is part of the Fruit Snacks™ columnar apple line, bred to be rust-resistant and resilient against apple scab. Add cold hardiness and a compact size that is easy to maintain, and you get a dependable apple tree for gardeners who want fresh fruit without a lot of fuss.
Why Growers Choose Golden Treat™ Apple
- Golden-skinned, crisp, sweet-tart apples: a chef’s go-to for fresh eating and baking
- Slim columnar tree: full-sized fruit in containers, small gardens, and edible hedges
- Rust-resistant and resilient against apple scab: easy, low-fuss growing
- Medium-pink spring blossoms: beauty in the landscape before the harvest
- Bears in 1-2 years: a September harvest from a fast-starting tree
Characteristics
| Characteristic Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Bloom Color | Pink, White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 800 - 1200 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5A - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Characteristic Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 5.5 - 7.5 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 1 - 2 |
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.