Arkansas Black Apple (semi-dwarf)

Arkansas Black Apple (semi-dwarf)

Regular price $36.00 Sale

Malus domestica 'Arkansas Black'

Medium size fruit with dark red skin almost black in color. The apple flesh is firm, white, juicy and crisp. Flavor is pleasant and sweet.

This apple is excellent for juice.

Resistant to Cedar Apple Rust. 

Heavy bearer in October to November.  800 - 900 chill hours.

Excellent pollinator.

Cross-pollinate with: Gala, Fuji, Granny Smith, Jonathan,  McIntosh, Pink Lady, Red Delicious, & WineCrisp 

 pH 6.0 - 7.0. 

Photo courtesy of Bottoms Nursery in Concord, GA

Ornamental Characteristics
Category Fruiting Tree
Foliage Type Deciduous
Height 12-15'
Spread 10-12'
Shape Upright
Primary Foliage Color Medium Green
Seasonal Foliage Color Sheds its leaves durning colder months
Flowering Season Spring
Flower Color White
Fruit  October - November 
Environmental Characteristics
Growth Rate Moderate to Fast
Sun Preferences Full Sun
Hardy Zones 5 - 8