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Malus 'Golden Delicious'

Apple Golden Delicious

Plant photo of: Malus 'Golden Delicious'
Information by: Jerry Sortomme Editor        Photographer:

 

Description

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

 

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, Specimen

Seasonal Interest

Spring, Summer

Location Uses

Background, Patio

Special Uses

n/a

Attracts Wildlife

Wildlife

Water Saving Tip:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs. If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.