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Honeycrisp™ Apple
Malus x 'MN 1711'
Pronunciation: MAY-lus
SKU #05898
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Once established water during dry spells.
SIZE:
Moderate growing; reaches 20 to 25 ft. tall, 10 to 15 ft. wide.
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| Description | Charming pink-white flowers provide a showy spring display, then produce large, showy red fruit with exceptional flavor and crispness. Great for fresh eating, cooking or pressing for cider. Stores well in cool conditions. Plant another apple variety such as 'Red Delicious' or 'Fuji' for best fruit set. Recommended chill: 800 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Salvia (Salvia); Yarrow (Achillea) |
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to develop an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune as needed to remove dead wood and to maintain desired size and shape. Thin heavy crops in late spring to prevent damage from overbearing. |
| History | University of Minnesota apple breeder David Bedford is credited with discovering Honeycrisp™. Originating as a single seedling amid a sea of many planted at University of Minnesota, it was initially recorded as a 1960 cross of apple varieties 'Macoun' and 'Honeygold'. Many years later, DNA fingerprinting methods demonstrated this was incorrect, and identified 'Keepsake' as one of the parents. |
| Lore | Developed by the University of Minnesota's prestigious breeding program, Honeycrisp™ produces large, red fruit with an exceptionally crisp texture and excellent flavor. |
Details
| Description | Charming pink-white flowers provide a showy spring display, then produce large, showy red fruit with exceptional flavor and crispness. Great for fresh eating, cooking or pressing for cider. Stores well in cool conditions. Plant another apple variety such as 'Red Delicious' or 'Fuji' for best fruit set. Recommended chill: 800 hours. Deciduous. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border, Container, Espalier |
|---|---|
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Yellow |
| Companion Plants | Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Salvia (Salvia); Yarrow (Achillea) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to develop an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune as needed to remove dead wood and to maintain desired size and shape. Thin heavy crops in late spring to prevent damage from overbearing. |
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History
| History | University of Minnesota apple breeder David Bedford is credited with discovering Honeycrisp™. Originating as a single seedling amid a sea of many planted at University of Minnesota, it was initially recorded as a 1960 cross of apple varieties 'Macoun' and 'Honeygold'. Many years later, DNA fingerprinting methods demonstrated this was incorrect, and identified 'Keepsake' as one of the parents. |
|---|---|
| Lore | Developed by the University of Minnesota's prestigious breeding program, Honeycrisp™ produces large, red fruit with an exceptionally crisp texture and excellent flavor. |
Frequently asked questions
Does Honeycrisp™ Apple produce flowers?
Spring
Is Honeycrisp™ Apple evergreen or deciduous?
Honeycrisp™ Apple is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Honeycrisp™ Apple?
Honeycrisp™ Apple is Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Honeycrisp™ Apple grow?
Honeycrisp™ Apple has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Honeycrisp™ Apple in my landscape?
Honeycrisp™ Apple is suitable for: Border, Container, Espalier.
What color are Honeycrisp™ Apple flowers?
Honeycrisp™ Apple produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Honeycrisp™ Apple?
Honeycrisp™ Apple has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Honeycrisp™ Apple?
Good companion plants for Honeycrisp™ Apple include: Rosemary (Rosmarinus); Lavender (Lavandula); Russian Sage (Perovskia); Salvia (Salvia); Yarrow (Achillea).
How do I care for Honeycrisp™ Apple?
Provide enriched, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly during first few growing seasons to develop an extensive root system; once established, reduce frequency. Apply fertilizer in early spring. Prune as needed to remove dead wood and to maintain desired size and shape. Thin heavy crops in late spring to prevent damage from overbearing.
What is the history of Honeycrisp™ Apple?
University of Minnesota apple breeder David Bedford is credited with discovering Honeycrisp™. Originating as a single seedling amid a sea of many planted at University of Minnesota, it was initially recorded as a 1960 cross of apple varieties 'Macoun' and 'Honeygold'. Many years later, DNA fingerprinting methods demonstrated this was incorrect, and identified 'Keepsake' as one of the parents.
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