Northern Spy Apple

Scientific Name: Malus 'Northern Spy'

Plant type

tree

size

H: 12'-18'
W: 12'-18'

planting zones

4a-8b

Northern Spy Apple plant details

Northern Spy Apple is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by green 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 Northern Spy Apple

Plant type: tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 FT - 18 FT - wide, 12 FT - 18 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible

GROWING CONDITIONS for Northern Spy Apple

USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, bright-green apples irregularly splashed and striped with red are tender, crisp, juicy; delicious eaten fresh and perhaps the best pie fruit ever! This late-season antique apple was developed in New York around 1800. This is a pretty 12-18' tree for the home orchard with its lovely white spring flowers. Needs a pollinizer for fruit set, Gala, Fuji and Spitzenburg are good choices; recommended chill hours: 1,000. S/M

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Gardening facts about Northern Spy Apple plant

How to Grow Northern Spy Apple

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

Features

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

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