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Macoun Apple

Macoun Apple

Malus domestica 'Macoun'

Macoun is a regional favorite in the Northeast and Ohio area. It is similar to McIntosh in many characteristics, but has better keeping characteristics, dessert qualiuty and ripens about a month later. It is very aromatic and flavorful, with white, firm and juicy flesh.

Macoun Apple Pricing

Item # Description Price
356 Macoun Apple on Semi-Standard (M111) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart
970 Macoun Apple on Semi-Standard (M111) root, 2 year-Large grade $22.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Malus domestica 'Macoun'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Macoun has a very upright habit and doesn't tend to spread much until it starts to bear heavily. It can tend to be biennial bearing, so thin aggressively to reduce heavy crops.

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A Little History about Macoun Apple

Macoun was introduced in 1923 from Geneva, NY. It's parent are McIntosh and Jersey Black.

Malus domestica 'Macoun' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Mid-season blooming
• Pollinizer needed
• Thin heavily for size
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
• Very vigorous
• Slow to bear
• Upright habit
Harvest Period
• Early fall
Other Attributes
• Very juicy
• Keeps well
• Aromatic
• Complex flavor
• Sub-acid flavor
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Winter hardy
Skill Required
• Above average skill
Uses
• Good for sauce
• Juice or Cider
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking
• Good for pies