The tree is self pollinating, but cross pollination increases fruit
Malus domestica ‘Gibson Golden Delicious’
These apples are known for their consistently sweet flavor. The tree reaches heights up 15 to 20 feet in the semi-dwarf stage. It requires full sun and produces well in zones 5 through 10. It was designated the official state fruit of West Virginia on February 20, 1995.
EMLA 7, semi-dwarf rootstock
| Uses | Eating, apple sauce, apple butter |
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Soil |
Moist, well-drained |
| Fruit Harvest | Early October |
| Fruit Color | Golden |
| Best Pollinators | Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, Honeycrisp, Cortland |