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Malus domestica 'Gravenstein'
Gracenstein Apple
- » Great for eating and cooking
- » Striped fruit
- » Ripens summer through fall
- Category:Fruit Tree
- Hardiness Zone:3-9
- Height:12-15 ft
- Spread:12-15 ft
Gravenstein is yellow and red stripped apple bearing tree that is draped in fragrant pure white flowers. A sweeter, crisp, and juicy apple more often used in cooking or desserts. Superb flavor makes this a perfect apple for fresh eating and cooking. Ripens from summer through fall. Attracts birds, butterflies, and hummingbirds.
Attracts Wildlife
| • | Attracts Butterflies |
| • | Attracts Hummingbirds |
| • | Attracts Songbirds |
| • | Supports Bees |
Flower Color
| • | White |
Season of Interest (Flowering)
| • | Spring |
Season of Interest (Foliage)
| • | Fall |
Exposure
| • | Full Sun |
Habit
| • | Upright |
Soil Moisture
| • | Moist, Well-Drained |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Malus domestica 'Gravenstein'
Thrives in full sun in medium moisture, well-drained soils. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune in late winter to remove dead or damaged branches and to promote good airflow.