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Honeycrisp Apple
Honeycrisp Apple
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Estimated winter chill: 800–1,000 hours
A cultivar estimate for winter temperatures below 45°F, not a guaranteed crop. This is a higher-chill selection. Mild coastal sites may have unreliable flowering and fruiting; review local winter records before ordering.
Understand chill hours and South Orange County microclimates. Cultivar reference.
Bring home the crisp, juicy flavor of one of the most popular apple varieties in the world! The Honeycrisp Apple is beloved for its sweet-tart balance, extraordinary crunch, and vibrant red-and-yellow skin. Perfect for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and home gardeners seeking top-quality fruit.
🌳 Tree Features
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Mature Size: 12–18 ft tall × 10–15 ft wide
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Light: Full sun
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Water: Moderate; regular irrigation during fruiting season
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Pollination: Requires another compatible apple variety for best fruiting (Honeycrisp is partially self-fertile)
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USDA Zones: 4–8
🍏 Fruit Characteristics
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Skin: Red over yellow with attractive striping
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Flesh: Crisp, juicy, and aromatic
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Flavor: Sweet-tart, perfectly balanced
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Harvest Time: Late September to early October
🌱 Why You’ll Love It
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Exceptional flavor: Famous for its crisp texture and sweet-tart taste
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Home Orchard Favorite: Produces consistently high-quality fruit
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Ornamental Beauty: Spring blossoms and colorful fall foliage
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Versatile: Excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserves
🪴 Planting & Care
Your 15-gallon Honeycrisp Apple Tree arrives ready to plant. Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil and space for the canopy to spread. Prune annually to encourage healthy growth and abundant fruit. Mulch and water regularly, especially during the first growing season.
Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Honeycrisp’
Common Name: Honeycrisp Apple
How ordering works
Use our website to request your preferred variety and container size. Submitting a request does not complete a purchase or guarantee availability. We verify stock and plant health, then confirm your selection, pricing and estimated delivery window. No payment is accepted until stock and plant health have been verified. If your selection is unavailable or does not meet our health standards, we discuss suitable alternatives with you before proceeding.
Delivery and professional planting are quoted separately unless expressly included. Explore professional planting or request a variety or specimen.
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