The Honeycrisp apples are highly rated for flavor and storage consistency, growing up to 20 feet tall and wide. It would do well as a stand-alone accent in the yard or planted with some small shrubs for definition. Its low canopy makes it ideal for planting under power lines or other such troublesome locations. You can increase your fall yield if you plant another variety close by to aid in pollination. Pink buds open into fragrant white blossoms.
The Redhaven Peach is a well-known and popular variety. It originated in South Haven, Michigan back in 1930 and finally introduced in 1940. It grows 20 to 25 feet tall and wide, bearing fruit after 3 to 4 years with peak production at 8 to 12 years. They are tolerant to heat and humidity. They are heavy bearing and cold hardy. The fragrant, pink flowers will develop late to avoid any spring frosts.
The Fuji apple was developed in the early 1930’s by the Tohoku Research station in Fujisaki, Aomori, Japan. Marketed in 1962, this variety is a cross between the Red Delicious and the old Virginia Ralls Genet. Blooming in mid-April, these trees can reach up to 12 to 14 feet high but require full sun.
They grow fast at a rate of nearly 24 inches per year. Once mature, they will be on average 15 to 20 feet with a slightly less spread. Flowering exquisite showy white flowers just before the leaves arrive in spring. The leaves are simple, glossy green that alternate on the twig growing up to 3 inches long. They are thick with slight midrib curves folding the edges inward and fine teeth on the margin. Although tolerate to other types, production may be less and are sensitive to salt and drought.
Originating in Australia, the Granny Smith apple was named after Maria Ann Smith. These trees will reach heights up to 14 feet and is a strong, limbed tree making it easier to manage. They have a higher acid content which helps maintain its color after being prepared for fruit trays or salads.
EMLA 106, semi-dwarf rootstock
Gala Apple
Regular price
$19.00
This tree needs a pollinator.
The Gala apple is native to New Zealand and was first developed in the 1930’s. It is a cross between Golden Delicious and Kidds Orange Red apples. It was first introduced to the U.S. in 1974.
The Montmorency Tart Cherry is a spur type tree that is self-pollinating and naturally semi dwarf. Ripening in early to mid-July. Tree requires full sun and aeration and are more cold tolerant than the sweet cherry.
The Pawpaw is a small, tropical-looking tree developing a narrowly pyramidal shape with dense, drooping foliage down to the ground level. In the shade it grows tall, with a more open branching habit, horizontally held leaves and few lower limbs. They respond well to mulch, absence of weeds and applications of fertilizers. Seedling trees will come into bearing when they are about 6 feet tall. This may take 5 to 6 years.
Bosc Pear (Golden Russet)
Regular price
$19.00
This tree needs a pollinator.
The Bosc Pear was first discovered in the early 1800s. They grow up to 12 feet high and takes 4 to 7 years to bear their gourd-shaped fruit. They require full sun for production.
Anjou pears are medium in size, averaging eight centimeters in diameter, and are short, squat, and egg-shaped with a wide base that gradually tapers to a rounded top with a thick, dark-brown stem. The skin is bright green, smooth, firm, and is covered in lenticels or pores and some rose blush on the side most exposed to the sun. The flesh is white to cream-colored, dense, and buttery with a slightly gritty texture. When ripe, Anjou pears are juicy and soft with subtle, sweet flavors and notes of lemon and lime.
Grow large, juicy nectarines prized for their sweet and tangy flavor. Yellow-fleshed fruit has an attractive red-orange skin. Tree is vigorous and moderately productive. Blossoms are plentiful and showy in spring.
Information source:https://www.starkbros.com/products/fruit-trees/nectarine-trees/flavortop-nectarine
Baldwin Apple
Regular price
$19.00
This tree needs a pollinator.
EMLA 7 Rootstock
Semi-dwarf rootstock
Baldwin is one of the best New England apples, and one of the oldest. It is large and conical, with crimson red over a coppery green skin. Its cream-white flesh is crisp and juicy. It is aromatic with a spicy, sweet-tart flavor, and it holds its shape when cooked. An outstanding apple for fresh eating, it is also good baked, especially in pies. Baldwins store well. Baldwin excels as a fresh eating and cooking apple, and in cider. Baldwins are ready for picking in October through November.
This is a late harvest apple (October-November)
Information source: https://newenglandapples.org/apples/baldwin/
Royal Empire Apple
Regular price
$19.00
This tree needs a pollinator.
EMLA 7
Semi-dwarf rootstock
This apple has the sweetness of a Delicious and the flavor of a McIntosh. An improved Empire because it colors to a deeper red than Empire. Fruit has a firm texture.
September Harvest
Full Sun required
2-5 years to bear fruit
Information source: https://www.starkbros.com/products/fruit-trees/apple-trees/royal-empire-apple
Taylor Red Rome Apple
Regular price
$19.00
*Needs Pollinator*
EMLA 111 rootstock
Semi-dwarf rootstock
Produces shiny red apples just 2-3 years after planting. They taste great right off the tree, but you’ll want to save plenty for the most delicious pies, crisps and cobblers you’ve ever tasted. Also makes beautiful sautéed apple slices because they hold their shape when cooked. Originates from Selah, Washington in 1970. Cold-hardy. Ripens in mid-October. Self-pollinating.
Information source: https://www.starkbros.com/products/fruit-trees/apple-trees/starkspur-red-rome-beauty-apple
