Shizuka Japanese Apple Tree
Description
Perfect for apple salad. Fruit is juicy, large and firm with low acidity--and it’s slow to brown when cut. Stores well into early spring after fall harvest. This Golden Delicious cross ripens in mid-October. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.
Note: Triploid; cannot pollinate other apple trees.
Characteristics
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Time | Mid |
Fruit Color | Yellow |
Fruit Size | Large - Extra Large |
Ripens/Harvest | Mid October |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Fine |
Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Range | 4 - 9 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
4 - 9
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
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best 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.
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