Pink Lady Apple (standard)
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Malus domestica 'Cripps Pink' (Pink Lady)
Entered the USA in the late 1990's. Developed in Australia 'Lady Williams' x 'Golden Delicious' Low chilling hours 200 -400 Self-fruitful Sweet-tart Ripens early September The Pink Lady Apple tree's fruit has an attractive pink blush over yellow on a medium to large apple. It is a Golden Delicious and Lady Williams cross. The crispness and sweet-tart flavor keeps well in storage and actually is best after 4 weeks.
Flesh resists browning when cut so it is great for fresh eating, salads, cooking and baking. Pink Lady Apple Tree ripens in late October. Requires 300-400 chill hours and pollinates well with Fuji, Gala or Granny Smith.
* Deer May Browse *
Photo courtesy of Texas Pecan Nursery, Chandler TX.| Ornamental Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Category | Fruit Tree |
| Foliage Type | Deciduous |
| Height | 20 - 25' |
| Spread | 15 - 20' |
| Shape | Upright |
| Primary Foliage Color | Green |
| Seasonal Foliage Color | Winter Dormant |
| Flowering Season | Spring |
| Flower Color | Whitish-pink |
| Hardiness zones | 5-9 |
| Environmental Characteristics | |
| Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
| Sun Preferences | Full Sun |