Grimes Golden Apple Tree
Description
Look no further for rich, sweet flavor with a hint of spice. Precocious tree bears crops of medium-sized fruit. Fruit has a bright yellow skin when ripe and a crisp, sweet flesh with a smooth, creamy texture. Ideal for fresh-eating and also excellent for juice, cider, and sauce. Antique variety, originates from West Virginia, circa 1830. Thought to be a parent of Golden Delicious. Disease-resistant to cedar apple rust and fire blight. Ripens in September. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid - Late |
| Chill Hours | 400 - 600 |
| Fruit Color | Yellow |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Spicy |
| Texture | Fine, Crisp |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
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Planting & Care
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