Black Gilliflower or Sheepnose Apple

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Black Gilliflower Apple

Malus domestica 'Black Gilliflower (Sheepnose)'

Black Gilliflower produces large, dark red, almost black colored fruit.  It is large, long and conical in shape.  Its greenish-white flesh has a distinctive aroma and is rich, but with a mild sweet flavor.  It is prized for baking and drying.  The tree is healthy, vigorous and fruitful.  Ripens in September to October.  Fruit hangs well, but becomes drier when overripe.

Alternate Names:Black Sheepnose, Black Spitz, Black Spitzenburg, Crow's Egg, Gilliflower, Red Gilliflower, Sheepnose

Black Gilliflower Apple Pricing

Item #	Description	Price
2824	Black Gilliflower Apple - OUT OF STOCK FOR THE SEASON	$0.00	Add to Cart

Height 12-15 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 6-9

Malus domestica 'Black Gilliflower (Sheepnose)' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Many heirloom varieties have some natural resistance to apple scab and other diseases, since they were often discovered and grown well before fruit growers started to use chemicals for disease control.  However, you may still want to be vigilant about fire blight, apple scab, and other fungal diseases and spray when the need arises.  Protect from insect damage like normal.

A Little History about Black Gilliflower Apple Black Gilliflower has been around since the late 1700s and is thought to have come from Connecticutt.

Malus domestica 'Black Gilliflower (Sheepnose)' Characteristics & Attributes