Malus domestica 'STARKING' apple tree - pozdní
size/type
medium-sized tree,medium-sized tree
usual height
3-5m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
flowers
showy
blooming time
April-May
location
full sun
USDA zone (lowest)
4 (down to -34°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
Starking is an apple variety with red-flushed or pure red skin. The fruit is sweet and aromatic. It ripens in October and matures stored in December. It can be stored by March. Pruning is needed for good cropping and if you wish to keep the tree compact.Starking is a self-sterile variety which needs a pollinator for heavy crop. The following varieties are suitable: Falstaff, Gala, Golden Delicious , Golden Reinette, Granny Smith, James Grieve, Jonathan, Otava, Pinova, Rubinola, and the best ones are Spartan and Spencer.
Last update 11-03-2008
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