Braeburn - Originated in Australia. Large yellow-green fruit
with and orange blush. Tangy sweet and juicy. Good apple
for eating fresh or baking. Annual producer. Ripens in
late October. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
(Malus)
Considered the most important of the temperate climate fruits, apples
have been a favorite for cultivation for hundreds of years. It is thought
that apples originated in the mountains between the Black and Caspian Seas
where a multitude of wild varieties still exist and exhibit a wide array
of different characteristics. Apples traveled the world over and arrived
in the US with the European immigrants.
Planting Site
Though they originally preferred climates with a good cold winter chill
to produce, varieties are now available that can be grown almost anywhere.
All prefer an open site with good air circulation, out of the shadows of
larger trees, with well-drained medium to heavy clay loam soil. Occasional
top dressings of manure or well rotted compost can be added to the soil
if desired. A mulch about the base of the tree is beneficial to young
trees. Trees should be pruned annually before budding.
Pollination
Most varieties are not self pollinating and at least two compatible trees
are needed for pollination. When choosing varieties, make certain
to pick trees that will bloom at the same time (early, mid, or late bloomers).
Crabapples (ornamental or fruiting varieties) can act as good pollinators.
Also, you may want to keep in mind that some apple varieties are naturally
biennial - they produce large crops only every other year. Others
are annual heavy producers.
Dwarf? Semi-dwarf? Standard?
Most apples are grafted onto vigorous rootstocks and are available in
3 sizes:
Dwarf trees produce approximately 2-6 bushels of fruit per year and begin
producing in 2-3 years. At maturity, they reach between 6-8ft. in
height, which makes them perfect for the smaller garden.
Semi-dwarf trees grow to an average height of 12-15ft. at maturity and begin to bear fruit in 3-5 years. Average yields are between 8-12 bushels of fruit.
Standard trees reach 20-25ft. in height and begin to bear in about 5-6 years. Annual yields are 10-15 bushels of fruit.
Rich's Apples
Our apple trees are shipped at 4-6 ft. tall, with a trunk caliper of
11/16 to 3/4 inch. They are available on a variety of rootstocks including
Seedling, EMLA 7, EMLA 9, EMLA 26, EMLA 111, EMLA 106, Bud 9, Bud 118, M9,
G16. PLEASE NOTE, HOWEVER, THAT NOT ALL VARIETIES ARE AVAILABLE ON
ALL ROOTSTOCKS. If you have a preference, please let us know when ordering
- we will confirm availability at that time. If you wish to check
availability, please email us at customerservice@richfarmgarden.com
. If you have cultivation or other questions, please contact us
at questions@richfarmgarden.com
----- TO LEARN MORE ABOUT ROOTSTOCKS, PLEASE SEE OUR ROOTSTOCK PAGE, LISTED UNDER 'Trees and Shrubs" ----
We also carry a large variety of heirloom apples, rootstocks and apple tree seeds.
All apple trees are priced at $19.95 each unless noted
(Ripening dates are given for USDA Zone 5)
Braeburn - Originated in Australia. Large yellow-green fruit
with and orange blush. Tangy sweet and juicy. Good apple
for eating fresh or baking. Annual producer. Ripens in
late October. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #1038SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1038S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Buckeye Gala - Highly colored Gala sport of Imperial Gala.
Fruit is a deep red in color with crisp white flesh and a seet/tart taste.
Vigorous growth. Bears annually. Will not pollinate with other
Gala sports or Golden Delicious sports. Ripens mid September.
Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #2676SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2676S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Cameo - A new variety with bright red striped color and a crsip
flesh - tart and delicious. A great storing apple. Hardy and
productive. Ripens mid to late October. Hardy to USDA Zone
4.
| #1444SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Empire - A MacIntosh-type apple with deep red coloring and white
flesh excellent for eating fresh and for cider. Heavy producing tree.
Annual producer. Ripening late September. Hardy to USDA
Zone 5.
| #1040SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Enterprise - A Purdue Univeristy introduction, this late maturing
apple bears early. Fruits are large, deep red and uniform.
The trees are immune to scab and resistant to fireblight, cedar apple rust
and powdery mildew. Ripens mid to late October. Hardy
to USDA Zone 4.
| #2657SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2657S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Fuji - Firm and juicy fruit similar to Red Delicious, bearing
at a young age. Yellow-green fruits with a red flush.
Long keeping apple. Annual producer. Ripens late September,
early October. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #1041SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Gingergold - One of the best of the early golden apples,
this variety has all the good qualities of Golden Delicious, but ripens 6-8
weeks earlier. It can be picked green and allowed to ripen off the
tree and so makes a good shipping apple. Ripens mid August.
| #1420SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Golden Delicious - Large juicy yellow skinned fruit is a favorite all
purpose apple. A favorite for orchards. Annual producer.
Ripens late September, early October. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
This variety is self-fertile and does not require a pollinator.
| #1043D Dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1043SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1043S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Honeycrisp - This cross between a Macoun and Honeygold has delicious
crisp fruit with bright red skin and yellow flesh. Ripens late September
to late October. Keeps for up to 5 months in storage.
Annual producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 3. Pollinators:
Granny Smith, Haralred, Haralson, Honeygold
| #1046D Dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1046SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1046S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Honeygold - This cold climate variety is a cross between
Haralson and Golden Delicious. Golden yellow fruits are crisp, sweet
and prolific. Long keeping variety. Ripens early to late October.
Annual producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 3.
| #1047SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1047S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Idared - Excellent for eatin gfresh or processing, this variety bears
young and has heavy crops of large solid red fruits. Keeps well.
Ripens early to mid October. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #2658SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2658S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Jonagold - Johnathan-Golden Delicious cross. Fruit is red
with green blush, crisp, sweet with a delicious tartness. A favorite
eating apple. Ripens mid-September. Annual producer.
Hardy to USDA Zone 5. Cannot pollinate other varieties.
| #1048D Dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1048SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1048S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Jonamac - Johnathan-McIntosh cross with firm, crisp flesh and good red
coloring. Great eating or cooking apple. Annual producer.
Ripens late August. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #1421SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Liberty - Great self-fruitful (no pollinator needed)
all-pupose apple with large red fruit. Stores very well - disease resistant
and produces annually. Ripens mid September, early October. Annual
producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #1516SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1516S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Lodi - One of the earliest of apples, Lodi has the quality and
flavor of Yellow Transparent, but has larger fruits that store and ship better.
Thick yellow skin and crisp flesh. Annual producer. Ripens mid-July.
Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #1418SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1418S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Mutsu - Also known as Crispin, this vareity produces
yellow-green fruits with a blush and creamy flesh. Fruits are large
and store fairly well. Ripens mid October. Hardy to USDA Zone
5.
| #1216SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Red Delicious - The most popular apple in the US. Deep red
fruits have distinctive cone shape and crisp white flesh. Good all
round apple. Ripens late September . Annual producer. Hardy
to USDA Zone 4.
| #1052SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1052S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Red Rome - Firm aromatic deep red fruit with white flesh.
Good baking variety. Ripens late September . Annual producer.
Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #1052SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1052S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Sonata - Also known as Pinova or Corail, this Golden Delicious-Clivia
(Dutchess of Oldenburg x Cox Orange Pippin) cross originated in Germany.
A pretty apple with yellow skin and a red blush, the fruit is medium sized,
crunchy and delicious. Good keeper. Ripens late September.
| #1423SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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State Fair - Bright red & yellow striped tart medium sized fruits.
Good baking variety. Ripens mid to late August. Annual producer.
Hardy to USDA Zone 3.
| #1054SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1054S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Sweet Sixteen - This variety developed by the University of Minnesota
can withstand temperatures as low as -50 degrees F without injury.
Medium sized fruits are red and yellow striped with creamy white flesh and
are sweet, crisp and aromatic. Good storing apple. Ripens late
September. Annual producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 3.
| #1055SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1055S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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HEIRLOOM VARIETIES
We are please to present a collection of old favorites and some rarely found varieties that bring back memories with the very scent of the fruit. Many of these have reigned over time as some of the best apples available.
Arkansas Black - circa 1870 Arkansas. Gorgeous apple with
slightly conical fruits with dark red skin that becomes almost black.
The fruit is 'hard as a rock' when harvested, but softens in storage.
One of the best of the storing apples, the flesh is firm, fine grained,
crisp and slightly tart. Hardy to -20F (-28.8C).
| #2673SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2673S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Baldwin - circa 1870 Massachusetts. The most frequently
planted apple in the US until the 1920's, it popularity dwindled mainly
because its tendency to bear biennially. Fruit is large, with a bright
red skin covered with tiny white spots. Hardy to -20F (-28.8C)
| #3581SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 36.00 |
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Black Limbertwig - circa pre-1914. One of the many Limbertwig
varieties, named for their sem-weeping growth habit and thin twigs.
Medium to large fruits with deep, neraly black skin and a unique flavor.
Excellent type for cide and apple butter. Hardy to -20F (-28.8C)
| #3582SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 36.00 |
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Cortland - circa 1898 New York. This Ben Davis/McIntosh cross
bears medium-sized apples with smooth yellowish skin & crimson stripes
and tender white flesh. Reliable producing tree that bears early.
Heavy annual crops. Ripens late September- early October. Hardy
to -20F (-28.8C).
| #2649SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2649S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Granny Smith - circa 1868 Australia. Large firm green skinned
fruits are the perfect choice for baking and for keeping through the winter.
Annual producer. Ripens late October, early November. Hardy
to -20F (-28.8C).
| #1044D Dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1044SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1044S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Gravenstein (Banks Red Gravenstein, Early Congress) - circa 1600
Germany. Favorite old-time cooking apple with tart white flesh and
pretty coloring. Excellent for pies and applesauce. Annual producer.
Ripens mid-August. Hardy to -30F (-34.4C).
| #1419SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Grimes Golden (Grimes Gold Pippin, Bellflower) - circa 1790 West
Virginia. This parent of the Golden Delicious remains one of the favorite
apples. Excellent fresh, cooked or made into cider. Vigorous
growing tree with large annual crops. Ripens mid September. Hardy
to -20F (-28.8C).
| #2653SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2653S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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McIntosh - circa 1811 Ontario. Fruit is large with white flesh
and deep red skin. Aromatic and delicious. Good keeping variety
when refrigerated. Apple rust resistant. Ripens mid-September.
Annual producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #1049SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1049S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Macoun - Dessert type fruits similar in coloring to MacIntosh
with firm juicy white flesh. Tree is extremely vigorous and requires
agressive thinning to maintain its upright growth habit. Heavy annual
crops. Ripens mid-September. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #2651SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2651S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Melrose - circa 1944. This Johnathan-Red Delicious cross looks
like a Johnathan in shape and color. Good choice for humid damp climates.
Annual producer. Ripens late September, early October. Hardy
to USDA Zone 5.
| #1443SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Newtown Pippin (Albemarle Pippin, Green Winter Pippin, New York
Pippin) - circa 1800 New York. There are two types of apple called
Newtown Pippin - Yellow Newtown and Green Newtown. Which one actually
came first is unknown. We like the green variety. Fruit is large
and can vary in shape - slightly conical to slightly flattened. Fruits
are green when harvested, but change in color as they age. Excellent
dessert apple. Keeps well. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #2674SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2674S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Northern Spy - circa 1800 New York. Popular heirloom variety
with high quality, firm, tart fruit. Ripens October. Biennial
producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #1051SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #1051S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Northwest Greening - 1872 Wisconsin. Large yellow/green fruits
with a tough skin and a fine textured white flesh. Tree is vigorous
and hardy. Good all around apple. Ripens mid October.
Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #2650SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2650S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Reasor Green - circa 1886 Virginia. Thought to be extinct, it was
recetnty rescued from obscurity. Fruits are slightly oval in shape
and have a green skin blushed with red. Very juicy, good eating apple
that dries when it is scratched, rather than rotting. Hardy to -20F
(-28.8C)
| #3583SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 36.00 |
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Rome Beauty (Rome, Gullette's Seedling, Foust's Rome Beauty, Phoenix,
Royal Red, Starbuck, Roman Beauty) - circa 1817 Ohio. Still considered
one of the best apples around, this variety bears large solid red fruits
with green striping. Heavy annual producer. Good eating, cooking and
processing apple. Ripens mid to late October. Hardy to USDA
Zone 5.
| #2656SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2656S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Smokehouse (Gibbon's Smokehouse, Mill Creek, Red Vandevere)
circa 1830 Pennsylvania. Good keeping apple that makes great pies
and sauce and is also an excellent eating apple with a spicy flavor.
Ripens mid to late September. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #2655SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 32.95 |
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| #2655S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 32.95 |
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Stayman Winesap (Stayman) - circa 1866 Kansas. Like
it's parent, Winesap, it bears medium to large fruits with smooth green
skin covered with red stripes and splotches. The flesh is firm crisp
and juicy. Like it's parent, also, Stayman produces sterile pollen
and cannot pollinate other apple trees. Ripens October. Hardy
to USDA Zone 5.
| #2780SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2780S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Summer Rambo - France, circa 1530. One of the best of the
all 'round apples. Tender, juicy green fruits with red blush.
Make excellent pies or sauces. Vigorous grower producing large annual
crops. Ripens mid-September. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #2652SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 32.95 |
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| #2652S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 32.95 |
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Wealthy - circa 1860 Minnesota. An old favorite, this apple
has large fruit with pale yellow skin and juicy white flesh with pink veins.
Excellent for baking, apple sauce and eating fresh. Keeps well.
Resistant to fire blight, rusts and scab diseases. Ripens early September.
Annual producer. Hardy to USDA Zone 4.
| #1056SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Winter Banana (Banana, Flory) - circa 1876 Indiana. Large
slightly elongated yellow fruits with a red blush. Early bearer with
large annual crops. Good for processing and for cider. Ripens
late September, early October. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.
| #2654SD Semi-dwarf Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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| #2654S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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Yellow Transparent (Russian Transparent, Transparent) - Brought
to the US from Russia in 1870, this is one of the earliest apples, producing
heavy coprs of medium sized fruits with yellow green skin and yellow
flesh. Excellent for apple sauce or for drying. Resistant to
scab disease. Ripens late July, early August. Hardy to USDA
Zone 5.
| #1057S Standard Tree; 4 - 6 ft. ship size $ 19.95 |
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APPLES FROM SEED
These apples are grown for use as rootstocks for other varieties or
for use in home orchards or as wildlife food.
| Anatovka apple (Malus 'Anatovka') Very popular for cold hardy rootstock. Hardy to -40F (-40C) | #B1z-2038 | 1 oz seed | $20.62 |
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| Common Domestic Apple (Malus domestica) Vigorous growth and heavy fruit production. Excellent choice for rootstocks as it compatible with most apples. Hardy to -30F (-34.4C) | #B1z-2037 | 1 oz seed | $7.50 |
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| Dutchess Apple (Malus 'Borowinka') Makes a good rootstock known for its compatibility and cold hardiness (to -40F, -40C) | #B1z-2040 | 1 oz seed | $22.50 |
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| Manchurian crabapple (Malus baccata mandshurica) Early blooming variety with large fragrant blooms. Can be used as a rootstock for other apples and is considered an excellent choice for cold climates, surviving temperatures to -50F (-45C). | #B1z-1458 | 1 oz seed | $24.37 |
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| Midget crabapple (Malus micromalus) Glossy dark green leaves and deep pink blossoms followed by 5/8in. yellow fruits. Prized for its ornamental value. Hardy to -30F (-34.4C) | #B1z-2037 | 1 oz seed | $20.62 |
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| Plum Leafed Apple (Malus prunifolia) Popular as a rootstock for other apples because of its extensive root system. Hardy to -40F(-40C) | #B1z-1234 | 1 oz seed | $20.62 |
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DRIED APPLE POWDER and PECTIN
| Apple pectin powder, 1oz Use for making jellies and jams |
#B1z-5237 | 1 oz Powdered Pectin | $27.00 |
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| Apple pectin powder, 1lb Use for making jellies and jams |
#B1lb-5237 | 1 lb Powdered Pectin | $52.00 |
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| Apple Fiber powder, 1oz |
#B1z-5238 | 1 oz Apple Fiber powder | $15.00 |
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| Apple Fiber powder, 1lb | #B1lb-5238 | 1 lb Apple Fiber powder | $26.00 |
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