Medium sized crisp, red apple. Fine for fresh eating and suitable for drying. Akane Apple is an early and reliable bearer. Resistant to mildew, scab, and fire blight. Self-fertile. Zone 5-9.
ZONE: 5-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Mid-late blooming. Self-fertile - but will produce better with another apple variety nearby. For appropriate cross pollination click HERE
RECOMMENDED GROWING AND CARE:
Full sun, balanced moisture, reduce grass competition in root zone. Top dress with compost yearly. Summer prune for airflow and ease of harvest, thin fruit to increase fruit size. Moderate vigor. Spur-bearing. Trunk support for first few years after planting is important. Branch support may be required as fruit loads increase. Early-bearing. starts 2-3 years after planting. Early season ripening.
CHILL HOURS: 800 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Resistant to mildew, scab, and fire blight.
SIZE AT MATURITY: Dwarf - 8' x 12'| Semi Dwarf – 10-16' x 15'| Standard – 20' x 20'
*Mature size is not definitive – Climate, soil, care, and pruning methods all factor into size at maturity*
