McIntosh Apple Tree (Malus domestica ‘McIntosh’)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily)
• Essential for healthy growth and fruit production

Bloom Time:

• Early to mid-May
• Requires cross-pollination with another apple variety for best fruit set

Size:

Height: 15 feet (standard or semi-dwarf). Dwarf varieties may reach 8–10 feet.
Width: 15 feet wide. Upright, rounded form.

Attributes:

• Medium-sized apples with red and green mottled skin
• Crisp, juicy white flesh with sweet-tart flavor
• Ripens mid to late September
• Hardy in USDA zones 4–7
• Moderate growth rate
• Fragrant white blossoms in spring
• Susceptible to apple scab and fire blight; requires regular care

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained, loamy soil with pH 6.0–7.0
• Water deeply once a week, especially during dry spells
• Fertilize in early spring with balanced fertilizer
• Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead wood
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Thin fruit in early summer to improve size and reduce limb stress