McIntosh Apple

Malus domestica 'Red McIntosh'

Grandpa's Choice™ Red McIntosh is one of the all-time favorites for some people. Red McIntosh is an early season apple with very aromatic, flavorful, white, juicy flesh. It is somewhat firm, but only will keep for shorter periods during the fall and early winter. It has a steely-red skin that is distinctive looking to match its very distinctive flavor. It is only medium large in size, but sets abundant crops.

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 12-16 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Malus domestica 'Red McIntosh' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Red McIntosh is a very vigorous, spreading tree. It blooms quite early and is a good pollinizer for other early varieties. It is susceptible to scab and fire blight. Thin heavily for best size. McIntosh is well suited for cooler climates where its best characteristics shine. In warmer areas it will be much softer and less flavorful

A Little History about McIntosh Apple McIntosh came from Ontario, Canada around 1798 and was a hit with the settlers in the Northeast where it is one of the most important varieties. Grandpa always grew some "Macs", but he knew that the best came from New York and farther east where they seemed better adapted. Grandma loved to eat Mac's fresh, and sometimes used them in pies and sauce for their unique flavor.

Malus domestica 'Red McIntosh' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Pollinizer needed • Thin early for size • Early blooming	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Very vigorous • Early to bear • Spreading habit	Harvest Period • Late summer
Other Attributes • Sub-acid flavor • Very juicy • Grandpa's Choice™ • Complex flavor • Somewhat spicy	Site Requirements • Very hardy • Full Sun	Skill Required • Easy to grow	Uses • Juice or Cider • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Good for sauce