Apple 'Spartan'

$109.99
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Elevate your landscape with the 'Spartan', a tree as stunningly ornamental as it is productive. In mid-spring, it bursts into a cloud of pale pink to white blossoms that shimmer against forest-green foliage. By mid-autumn, the branches bow under the weight of striking, deep maroon-red apples that possess a natural, high-gloss shine—often mistaken for plums because of their remarkable lustre. Its rounded, polished form makes it a perfect focal point for any modern or traditional garden.

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Plant Details

Difficulty:

Easy

Zone:

4-8

Watering:

Medium to High

Years To Bear:

4–6

Plant Type:

Fruit Tree

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Spartan Apple, Spartan

Scientific Name:

Malus domestica 'Spartan'

Growth Details:

Mature Size: 15–20 feet tall and wide.

Growth Habit: Upright and spreading; tends to grow dense and compact.

Form: Rounded to pyramidal.

Growth Rate: Moderate.

Longevity: 50 years or more.

Features:

Multi-Purpose: Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, baking, and cider.

Storage King: Keeps well for up to five months in cold storage.

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and songbirds.

Hardy Bloomer: Blossom is known to be frost-hardy.

Environmental Needs:

Exposure: Full Sun.

Soil Preferences: Rich, well-drained loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

Soil Tolerance: Highly tolerant of urban pollution; adaptable to various soil types if drainage is good.

Watering: Consistent weekly watering, especially during drought.

Care Guide

Plant Care

Care:

Light Requirements: Full sun (6–8+ hours) is essential for fruit set and developing the deep crimson colour.

Moisture Requirements: Prefers regular, deep watering; do not allow the soil to dry out completely.

Maintenance: Requires annual pruning in late winter or early spring to thin out its naturally dense, compact growth and maintain airflow.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced fertilizer in spring just before new growth begins to support flowering and fruit production.

Tips For Success:

Thinning: Crucial. Thin the fruit in June to prevent overbearing and ensure apples reach a good size.

Mulching: Apply bark or compost mulch to insulate roots and retain moisture.

Winter Protection: Wrap young trunks to prevent rodent damage and frost cracks.

Fungal Care: Susceptible to scab and canker, so maintain an open canopy to avoid dampness in the center.

Planting Considerations:

Best Time To Plant: Spring (March-April) or autumn.

Spacing: 12–15 feet apart.

Location Tips: Avoid planting near power lines if not using a dwarfing rootstock; choose a spot with good air circulation to prevent fungus.

Fruit Profile

Size:

Small to medium.

Colour:

Dark purple-red to deep maroon with a slight greenish blush.

Texture:

Crunchy, crisp, and juicy with "whiter-than-white" fine-grained flesh.

Flavour:

Sweet and vinous with distinct hints of melon and strawberry.

Harvest Time:

Late September to early October

Pollination Requirements:

Self-sterile (though sometimes listed as partially self-fertile); for best results, plant near compatible varieties like 'McIntosh', 'Empire', or 'Gala'.
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