One of the most highly acclaimed apples for flavor. A cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious, and considered better than either parent. Large, red-striped fruits are crisp and juicy, great fresh or for pies. Excels in Western Washington State and other cool summer locations, however it is not particularly disease resistant. Jonagold Apples are a good annual producer but is also pollen sterile. Mid-season bloom, mid-fall ripening on a vigorous tree.
ZONE: 4-9
POLLINATION/BLOOM TIME: Mid late blooming, flowering group 4. Self-sterile.
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. Spur bearer. WILL need branch support for large fruit loads.
CHILL HOURS: Low: 700-800 hours below 45F
DISEASE RESISTANCE: Poor.
SIZE AT MATURITY: 5’ x 6’
