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Tompkins County King Apple Tree

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Description

One of the finest old-fashioned apples. Tree bears large, late-season, fruit with a smooth yellow skin flushed with red. Flesh is yellow and sweet — great for eating fresh and no sugar needed when baking! Antique variety, originates from New Jersey, circa 1800s. Also called King of Tompkins County. Cold-hardy. Ripens in early October. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.

Note: Triploid; cannot pollinate other apple trees.

Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Fruit Color Yellow
Fruit Size Large - Extra Large
Hardiness Zone Range 4 - 8
Pollination Pollinator Required
Ripens/Harvest Early October
Shade/Sun Full Sun
Soil Composition Loamy
Soil Moisture Well Drained
Soil pH Level 6.0 - 7.0
Texture Coarse Texture, Firm Flesh
Years to Bear 2 - 5

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 4 - 8
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