Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Fire Blight:
moderately resistant - resistant
Powdery Mildew:
moderately resistant - resistant
Notes:
The large, glossy red fruits are firm and have a mild flavor and
good dessert quality for a summer apple. Hangs well without over-
ripening. Consistent producer. Somewhat susceptible to bitter pit and
black rot/bitter rot. Can be hard to find in nurseries. Perhaps best
suited for home and market orchards.
Enterprise
Climate Zones:
Zones 4-7
Blooms:
mid- to late season
Ripens:
late to very late season
Apple Scab:
very resistant
Cedar-Apple Rust:
resistant - very resistant
Fire Blight:
resistant - very resistant
Powdery Mildew:
moderately resistant - resistant
Notes:
The large, bright red fruits are suitable for fresh use and cook-
ing. Stores well. Among the most disease-resistant apples. Resistant to
black rot/bitter rot. Suitable for commercial orchards. Pollinate with
other mid- to late-blooming varieties.
