Starkspur® UltraMac™ Apple Tree
Description
About the Starkspur® UltraMac™ Apple
Starkspur® UltraMac™ Apple Tree takes one of America’s most cherished apples and makes it even better. This improved McIntosh variety features a spur-bearing growth habit, meaning fruit forms along each limb from the trunk outward, not just at the branch tips. The result is heavier production in the same amount of space, making it an excellent choice for home orchards and smaller yards.
The apples have full red color and deliver the classic McIntosh experience: crisp, tart flesh with that unmistakable aroma and flavor apple lovers know and love. They’re great for fresh eating and especially well suited for baking and cooking. This variety is also known to bear at a young age, so growers can enjoy harvests sooner.
Starkspur® UltraMac™ is cold-hardy and shows resistance to cedar apple rust, helping it perform reliably in regions with challenging weather or disease pressure. Fruit ripens in September for a dependable fall harvest. For best production, plant with another compatible apple variety for cross-pollination.
Originally discovered in Oyama, British Columbia, in 1968, this improved McIntosh continues to be a standout for gardeners who want traditional flavor with enhanced productivity and performance.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 800 - 1500 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 6 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Tart |
| Texture | Crisp, Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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