Mcintosh Apple

Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh'

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Overview

Malus pumila 'McIntosh' is a deciduous tree, renowned for its aromatic, tangy-sweet apples with red-striped green skin. It reaches 15-20 ft in height and spreads 12-15 ft. Blooms mid-spring with delicate white flowers, enhancing pollination for nearby varieties. Prefers well-drained soil, full sun, and benefits from pruning. Cold-hardy, yet requires chill hours, making it suitable for USDA zones 4-8. Ideal for fresh eating, cooking, and cider.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 5–8

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Malus pumila 'McIntosh' is a deciduous tree

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — renowned for its aromatic

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — tangy-sweet apples with red-striped green skin

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — It reaches 15-20 ft in height and spreads 12-15 ft

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Blooms mid-spring with delicate white flowers, enhancing pollination for nearby varieties

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Prefers well-drained soil, full sun, and benefits from pruning

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Cold-hardy, yet requires chill hours, making it suitable for USDA zones 4-8

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Rosaceae

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Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Malus pumila 'McIntosh' is a deciduous tree

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — renowned for its aromatic

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — tangy-sweet apples with red-striped green skin

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — It reaches 15-20 ft in height and spreads 12-15 ft

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Blooms mid-spring with delicate white flowers, enhancing pollination for nearby varieties

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Prefers well-drained soil, full sun, and benefits from pruning

Mcintosh Apple (Malus Pumila 'Mcintosh') — Cold-hardy, yet requires chill hours, making it suitable for USDA zones 4-8

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