Golden Delicious is a classic quintessential apple prized for its balanced blend of sugar and acidity creating a mild sweet and rich tangy taste. They are a versatile apple used for fresh consumption, culinary uses, cider, juices and sparkling beverages. The apples are slow to brown making them a popular choice for deserts and salads. They’re cold hardy and are suitable for Zone 4 and up and are resistant to scab, powdery mildew, and fire blight. Their attractive yellow skin along with their versatility make them one of the top selling apple varieties.
Self pollinating but yields do improve when planting another variety. Suitable pollinators include: Ambrosia, Gala, Courtland, Fuji, Granny Smith, Crimson crisp and Honeycrisp.
These are 2 year old trees that will mature approximately 10ft tall. This rootstock is suitable for high density planting but is also vigorous enough to not require staking or added support.
Zone: 4-8
Bloom Time: Mid season
Size: Medium/Large
Ripens: Late September
Trees are available for local pickup after April 28, 2025.