This semi-dwarf, New England favorite, variety is considered by many the best overall apple for fresh eating. Deep red fruit is sweet-tart. Tree Features: Bloom Color: White Bloom Time: mid-late Spring Mature Height: 12-15 ft Mature Spread: 12-15 ft Harvest: Medium-large bright red fruit in mid September Zone: 4-8 - One of the best-growing apple trees for Connecticut along with Fuji, Gala, Honeycrisp, and McIntosh. Pollination: Cross-pollination by a different variety of mid-late Spring blooming apple tree within 50 feet is key to its growth and success. Placement: Full Sun Nursery Stock Specifications: Pot Size: 7 gallon Age: 3+ years old, fruiting Fruit Profile: Color: Rich, bright red skin with specks of green & white flesh Texture: Smooth, thick skin, tender-crisp & very juicy Taste: Sweet with a hint of berry & balanced acidity Cooking: Great for cooking & baking, sauce & preserves Origin: New York Other notes: Great for using & eating fresh Cross between Macintosh and Jersey Black Semi-dwarf Short storage life Vigorous, hardy & productive Care: Feed twice a year with a slow release fertilizer. Fertilize in early spring before growth starts and late fall after the leaves have fallen and the ground isn't yet frozen. (5 minutes of work) Prune in late winter to remove crossing branches and promote good airflow to encourage fruiting. (5-10 minutes of work)
