CrimsonCrisp(TM) Apple
CrimsonCrisp™
Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™'
CrimsonCrisp™ is a new disease resistant apple variety that should go along well with other Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ varieties. The medium sized fruit is an attractive crimson red and the flesh is very crisp and firm with a tart but complex flavor. The fruit matures in the mid-season of fall.
Height12-16 Feet
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Spread10-15 Feet
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Hardiness Zone5-8
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1576
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CrimsonCrisp(TM) Apple on Dwarf (Bud9) root,Medium 7/16"-1/2" caliper grade |
$26.49 |
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3279
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CrimsonCrisp(TM) Apple on Semi-Standard (Bud 118) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade |
$27.99 |
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Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips
CrimsonCrisp™ is highly resistant to apple scab which is the main fungal problem of apple production. It is moderately resistant to cedar apple rust, and somewhat resistant to powdery mildew and fire blight. It is a late bloomer, with a spreading, grower friendly habit. Easy to grow!
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A Little History about CrimsonCrisp™
CrimsonCrisp™ was bred and introduced by Purdue University in Indiana, where many of our finest disease resistant apple varieties came from. Their Co-op™ series of disease resistant apple varieties are the most famous. CrimsonCrisp™ is also known as Co-op 39.
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Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™' Characteristics & Attributes
Bloom Character
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Pollinizer needed |
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Late blooming |
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Disease Resistance
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Mildew resistance |
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Russet resistance |
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Scab resistance |
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Cedar Rust Resistance |
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Fire Blight Resistance |
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Fruit Characteristics
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Average vigor |
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Spreading habit |
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Harvest Period
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Other Attributes
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Very crisp |
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Very juicy |
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Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ |
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Keeps well |
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Complex flavor |
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Sweet-tart |
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Site Requirements
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Full Sun |
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Winter hardy |
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Skill Required
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Uses
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High dessert quality |
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Juice or Cider |
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Cooking or baking |
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Good for drying |
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Good for pies |
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Canning or freezing |
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Good for sauce |
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