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Apple ‘Yellow Delicious’

$109.99
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Imagine a tree so heavily laden with fruit that its branches bow gracefully under the weight of "golden nuggets." In the spring, this tree transforms into a breathtaking cloud of fragrant, snowy-white blossoms tinged with the softest shell-pink. As autumn approaches, it reveals its true treasure: large, glowing, sunshine-yellow apples that stand out brilliantly against deep green foliage. It is as much a stunning landscape focal point as it is a bountiful backyard orchard.
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Plant Details

Difficulty:

Easy

Zone:

4-9

Watering:

Medium

Years To Bear:

2–3 years for dwarf varieties; 4–6 years for semi-dwarf; 6–10 years for standard.

Plant Type:

Fruit Tree.

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Yellow Delicious, Golden Delicious, Mullin's Yellow Seedling

Scientific Name:

Malus domestica ‘Yellow Delicious’

Growth Details:

Mature Size: Varies by rootstock; Dwarf (8–10 ft), Semi-Dwarf (12–15 ft), or Standard (20–25+ ft).

Growth Habit/Form: Rounded or broadly oval to spherical crown; pyramidal when young.

Growth Rate: Fast.

Longevity: Typically 50–100 years for standard trees; shorter for dwarfing varieties (approx. 15–25 years).

Features:

Disease Resistance: Fairly resistant to most pests but can be susceptible to apple scab and fire blight.

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds during the blooming stage.

Uses: One of the most versatile apples; excellent for fresh eating, baking (retains shape), applesauce, and salads (slow to brown).

Award Winner: Recipient of the RHS Award of Garden Merit.

Environmental Needs:

Exposure: Full sun; prefers a sheltered, frost-free position to protect early blossoms.

Soil Preferences: Deep, loamy, and moderately fertile soils.

Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to various soil types (clay, loam, sand) with a preferred pH of 6.0 to 7.0, but can tolerate slightly more alkaline or acidic conditions.

Watering: Well-drained soil is critical; avoid "wet feet" or low-lying areas where water pools.
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Plant Care

Care:

Light: Requires full sun (at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily) for the best fruit production and disease resistance.

Moisture: Needs consistent moisture, especially during the first year of establishment. Water 1–2 times per week initially, then once a week or bi-weekly once established.

Maintenance & Fertilization: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer in early spring before new growth begins. Annual winter pruning is essential to maintain an open canopy for air circulation and light penetration.

Tips For Success:

Thinning: This variety is a heavy producer; thin the fruit in early summer (leaving about 6–8 inches between apples) to prevent branches from breaking and to ensure larger fruit.

Winter Protection: Apply a layer of mulch around the base in late fall to protect roots and retain moisture, but keep mulch away from the trunk to prevent rot.

Planting Considerations:

Best Time To Plant: Late winter or early spring before the tree breaks dormancy.

Spacing: 15–20 feet apart for semi-dwarf; 8–10 feet for dwarf.

Location Tips: Avoid "frost pockets" (low-lying areas where cold air settles) and ensure good air drainage to prevent fungal issues.

Fruit Profile

Size:

Medium to large.

Colour:

Greenish-yellow skin that matures to a brilliant, bright golden-yellow.

Texture:

Crisp, juicy, and fine-grained; the flesh is pale yellow to creamy white.

Flavour:

Exceptionally sweet and mellow with distinct honey-like notes and a mild, floral aroma.

Harvest Time:

Late September to mid-October.

Pollination Requirements:

Partially self-fertile, but yields significantly better when planted near a pollinator like Fuji, Gala, or Red Delicious.
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