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Chisholm Trail District

Royal Empire Apple, Dwarf

The original seed was a cross between the varieties McIntosh and Red Delicious. Distinctly redder than fruit from standard Empire, with 90% of the surface covered with dark purplish and red stripes. Apples are red, juicy, firm, crunchy and sweet. Some resistance to mildew, fire blight and rust.

Average Height: 8-12'
Spacing: 5-6'Red Royal Empire
Years to Bear: 2-5
Zone/Range:
4-7
Sun/Shade:
Full Sun
Bloom Time:
Early -  Mid
Ripes/Harvest:
September
Taste: Sweet
Pollination: 
Cross polination by another variety