Fruit Tree Database

Fruit Type

Apple

Variety/Cultivar

Summer Red

Fruit Description

Dark crimson apple with greeny background, very shiny skin, greenish flesh, acidic unless properly ripened on tree. Doesn't store well, softens quickly

Common Uses

Origin

Canada, 1960s (from McIntosh and Golden Delicious)

Pollination

Gala, Granny Smith, Jonathon, Red Delicious, Red Elstar

Chill Hours

Blossom Time

Early, with an extended flowering time

Harvest Time

-40 days Red Delicious

Production Notes

Early bearing tree, heavy cropper, needs thinning. Moderately vigourous and upright tree.

Disease Susceptibility

Moderately resistant to apple scab/black spot and powdery mildew

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