Honeycrisp Apple
Malus domestica 'Honeycrisp'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 15-20 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Crown at soil level |
| Chilling hours | 800-1000 |
| Life expectancy | 30+ years |
| Growth rate | Moderate |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Loamy, well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 3-7 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Ovate (Egg-shaped) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | White, Pink |
| Fruit | Pome |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Fibrous/Adventitious Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Edible |
| Companions | Other Apple Varieties, Chives, Comfrey |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Water regularly during summer dry periods.
Maintenance
Prune in late winter for structure and airflow.
Cleanup
Clear dropped leaves and fruit in fall to prevent disease.
Notes
Clifton Park, NY (Zone 5b/6a) provides over 1,000 chilling hours annually, perfectly supporting the 800-1000 hours required.