Gravenstein Apple

Malus domestica 'Red Gravenstein'

Grandpa's Choice™ Red Gravenstein is a culinary treat! This antique variety is well known for cooking, sauce, cider and eating out of hand. It is large, with crisp white flesh and a distinct, juicy flavor. It will keep moderately well. The fruit is orangish with red striping on greenish yellow skin. It ripens late in the summer to early fall.

Pricing

Red Gravenstein Apple on Semi-dwarf (M7) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade    -    $21.99

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 12-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Gravenstein is a strong grower and somewhat upright. Care for it like most other apple varieties. Somewhat fire blight susceptible.

A Little History Some sources say that Graavenstein came from Italy, some say from Germany, in the early 1600's. Grandpa really doesn't know, but the name sure suggest german origins.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Pollinizer needed • Early blooming	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Very vigorous • Upright habit	Harvest Period • Early fall • Mid-September
Other Attributes • Complex flavor • Sweet-tart • Very crisp • Very juicy • Grandpa's Choice™	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Average skill	Uses • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking • Good for sauce • Juice or Cider