Liberty Apple
Liberty Apple
Malus domestica 'Liberty'
Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ Liberty is very similar to appearance to McIntosh, but its flavor is more tart and its flesh is crisper. It has a flavor all its own. It is a good dependable choice for any backyard orchard because it is highly productive and resistant to all the major apple diseases.
Liberty Apple Pricing
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Liberty Apple on Semi-dwarf (M7) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade |
$21.99 |
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| 1495 |
Liberty Apple on Dwarf (Bud 9) root, Large 1/2-5/8" caliper grade |
$20.99 |
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| 1496 |
Liberty Apple on Semi-Standard (M111) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade |
$21.99 |
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Height12-16 Feet
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Spread10-14 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
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Malus domestica 'Liberty' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance TipsLiberty is one of the easiest apples to grow. The tree is vigorous and spreading and easily trained. It will produce consistent crops year after year, and is one of the earliest apples to bloom in the spring.
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A Little History about Liberty AppleLiberty was introduced from the Geneva Experiment Station in 1978. It has Macoun in its parentage.
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Malus domestica 'Liberty' Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Early blooming |
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Excellent pollinizer |
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Pollinizer needed |
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Disease Resistance
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Cedar Rust Resistance |
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Scab resistance |
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Crack resistance |
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Fire Blight Resistance |
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Mildew resistance |
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Russet resistance |
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Fruit Characteristics
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Average vigor |
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Early to bear |
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Spreading habit |
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Harvest Period
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Mid-season |
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Mid-September |
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Other Attributes
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Keeps well |
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Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ |
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Complex flavor |
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Somewhat tart |
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Site Requirements
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Skill Required
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Uses
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Good for sauce |
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High dessert quality |
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Cooking or baking |
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Good for pies |
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