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Arkansas Black Apple

Scientific Name: Malus 'Arkansas Black'

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 15'-25'
W: 15'-25'

planting zones

5a-8b

Arkansas Black Apple plant details

Arkansas Black Apple is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by purple and red fruit. Attracts bees 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 Arkansas Black Apple

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Arkansas Black Apple

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This is a delightful, old time apple tree that originated in Arkansas sometime around 1870. Very dark purple-red skin has yellow flesh which is crisp, firm, juicy and wonderfully sweet. A fine apple for dessert or cooking and its unique aroma adds an excellent note to cider. A late ripening variety which is an excellent keeper, though not a heavy producer. Needs a pollinator which can be almost any variety; 500-600 chill hours required. S/M

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Gardening facts about Arkansas Black Apple plant

How to Grow Arkansas Black Apple

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich

Features

Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- red
- purple
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- deciduous

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-15'

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