MacFree Apple Tree
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Description
An easy-care, improved McIntosh! The fruit is aromatic with tangy, tender flesh iconic of its parent. A compact, yet heavy-bearing tree. Disease-resistant to apple scab, powdery mildew, cedar apple rust, and fire blight. Originates from Ottawa, Ontario in 1963. Cold-hardy. Ripens in late September. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.
- Here’s where you can find our complete list of McIntosh Apple Trees to choose from.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Crisp, Juicy |
| 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
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
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.
