Honeycrisp Apple Tree (Malus domestica ‘Honeycrisp’)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily)
• Essential for healthy growth and optimal fruit production

Bloom Time:

• Late March to early May, depending on climate
• Requires cross-pollination with another early to mid-season apple variety (e.g., Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious)

Size:

Height:

• Dwarf: 8–10 feet
• Semi-dwarf: 12–15 feet
• Standard: up to 20 feet

Width: 10 to 15 feet, depending on rootstock and pruning

Attributes:

• Crisp, juicy apples with a sweet-tart flavor
• Medium to large fruit with red-blushed skin
• Ripens in September to early October
• Hardy in USDA zones 4–7 (sometimes zone 3 in protected areas)
• Long storage life (up to 7 months in cool conditions)
• Thin skin makes fruit prone to bruising—handle with care

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained, loamy soil with pH 6.0–7.02
• Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells
• Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
• Prune in late winter to shape and remove dead or crowded branches
• Thin fruit in early summer to improve size and reduce limb stress
• Stake young trees and train to a central leader for strong structure