Apple 'McIntosh'

Common Name: Red McIntosh Apple

Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Red McIntosh'

Zone: 4-7

Bloom Colour: Pinkish-white

Fruit Colour: Bright red with green undertones

Fruit Size: Medium

Ripens/Harvest: Late September to early October

Exposure: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0

Flavour Profile: Sweet with a tart tang

Fruit Texture: Tender and juicy

Years To Bear: 3-5 years after planting

Mature Size: 4-6 m (13-20 ft) tall and wide (standard) or 2-3 m (6-10 ft) tall and wide (dwarf)

Spacing: 4-5 m (13-16 ft) for standard, 2-3 m (6-10 ft) for dwarf

Pollination Requirements: Requires a different apple variety nearby for cross-pollination; good partners include Cortland, Honeycrisp, or Gala.