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    Spitzenburg Apple

    Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Esopus Spitzenburg'

    Also Known As

    • Malus 'Spitzenberg'
    • Malus x domestica 'Esopus Spitzenburg'
    • Malus x domestica 'Spitzenburg'

    Plant type

    tree, fruit / vegetable

    size

    • H: 15'-20'
    • W: 10'-15'

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Spitzenburg Apple plant details

    Spitzenburg Apple is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by green 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 Spitzenburg Apple

    Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
    Plant family: rosaceae
    Foliage: deciduous green
    Mature size: 10 FT - 15 FT - wide, 15 FT - 20 FT - tall
    Flowers: white blooms in spring
    Uses: edible

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Spitzenburg Apple

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    This apple was a favorite of Thomas Jefferson; so much so that he planted 32 of them in his orchard at Monticello. Famous for its 'perfect' balance between sweet and tart, it is considered a choice apple for dessert and fresh eating and it also is an excellent keeper. It is a pretty tree too, 15-20' with pink buds turning to white flowers in spring. The large fruit is blushed bright-red, late-season, and crisp, fine grained and tangy. 800 chill hours are required for fruit set. S/M

    By: Forestfarm

    The Spitzenburg was discovered in New York State early in the 1800's. The fairly large red apples have a crisp flesh that are great for eatting right off the tree. Growth Rate medium, 6-12" annually

    By: Garden World

    Gardening facts about Spitzenburg Apple plant

    How to Grow Spitzenburg 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
      • green

    • Flower Season

      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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