Malus 'Golden Delicious'

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Apple, Golden Delicious

 
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Description

This apple cultivar is the most widely planted variety in the world. Heavy and regular cropping. Sweet, refreshing flavour. Fairly frost resistant.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Tree

 

Height Range

12-25', 25-40'

 

Flower Color

Pink, White

 

Flower Season

Spring

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

Brown, Grey

 

Fruit Color

Red

 

Fruit Season

Summer

Sun

Full

 

Water

Medium, Extra in Summer

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Loam

 

Soil Condition

Average, Rich, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

English Cottage, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Espalier, Showy Flowers, Specimen

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

 

Location Uses

Background, Patio

 

Special Uses

n/a

 

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Water between sunset and sunrise when temperatures and wind are the lowest.