The Melrose apple tree produces the official Ohio State apple. For good reason, Melrose apples are a large, fruit with yellowish-green skin streaked dark red with russet spots. The flesh is firm, coarse, sweet, juicy and creamy white. Melrose is one of the best keepers, whose flavor improves in storage. Often desired for use in pies and baking. The Melrose apple tree is a vigorous, productive, annual bearer that does best in full sun. Displays some resistance to cedar apple rust. Consider Grimes Golden, Liberty and/or White Pearmain for pollination. Triploid. Please see below for further information on our organically grown Melrose apple trees for sale.
Considerations for Melrose Apple Tree
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9
Heirloom: Yes
Uses: Cider, Cooking / Sauces, Fresh Eating
Harvest Period: Late
Bloom Period: Midseason
Pollination Requirement: None/Sterile best plant with self-fertile apple
Origin Date: Ohio 1944
Storage: 3 Months or More
Disease Resistance: Excellent
Rootstock: MM 111 (semi-dwarf)
Years to Bear: 2-4 years
Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.
Mature Size: 12-16 ft.
Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft.
Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.
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