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Cox's Orange Pippin Apple

Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Cox's Orange Pippin'

Also Known As

  • Malus 'Cox's Orange Pippin'
  • Malus 'Cox's Orange'
  • Malus domestica 'Cox Orange Pippin'
  • Cox Orange Pippin Apple
  • Cox's Orange Apple

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

  • H: 18'-25'
  • W: 10'-15'

planting zones

  • 5a-8b

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Cox's Orange Pippin Apple plant details

Cox's Orange Pippin Apple is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange and red fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Cox's Orange Pippin Apple

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 18 FT - 25 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: cutting garden, edible, fragrant, small tree

GROWING CONDITIONS for Cox's Orange Pippin Apple

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

The Cox Orange Pippin was first growen in 1830. The flesh is aromatic, crisp, and very juicy with hints of cherry and anise. Growth Rate medium, 6-12" annually
An "old-fashioned" apple great for desserts or for processing; mid to late season apples are juicy, firm and aromatic. Sun/Med

Gardening facts about Cox's Orange Pippin Apple plant

How to Grow Cox's Orange Pippin Apple

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • birds
    • bees
  • Fruit

    • red
    • orange
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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