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Introduction:
The Enterprise Apple Trees (Malus domestica ‘Enterprise’) are known for their large, round, deep maroon-red fruit, crisp and juicy flesh, and excellent disease resistance, especially to scab, fire blight, and cedar apple rust. They are a modern variety developed by Purdue University, known for their late harvest (October-November) and long storage life (up to 6 months) It produces an abundant harvest of delicious apples and adds beauty to your landscape with its spring blossoms.
Plant Summary:
- Size: Grows to a height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 12-15 feet.
- Foliage: Green, oval leaves turn yellow in the fall.
- Flowers: White-pink blossoms in spring
- Taste: Sweet and tart, with a crisp, juicy texture that improves with storage.
- Uses: Excellent for fresh eating, baking (pies, crisps), and cider.
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun.
- Fruit: Large, round, deep maroon-red, with a glossy skin.
- Hardiness: Hardy in USDA Zones 4-7.
- Harvest: Late season, October-November.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter to remove dead or damaged branches and to shape the tree.
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Disease Resistance: Highly resistant to scab, fire blight, and cedar apple rust, making it a good choice for organic orchards.
Pollination:
The Enterprise Apple Tree requires cross-pollination with another apple tree variety, such as Fuji, Gala, Red Delicious, Crabapple or many others to produce fruit. Its fragrant white-pink flowers bloom in spring and attract bees and other pollinators. The apples ripen in late fall and are known for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor, making them a favorite for fresh eating.
Key Benefits:
- Produces crisp, sweet-tart apples perfect for fresh eating, baking, and cider-making.
- Cold-hardy, thriving in northern climates with consistent fruit production.
- Beautiful white-pink blossoms in spring add ornamental beauty to your landscape.
- Adaptable to a variety of soil types and growing conditions.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Prefers full sun for optimal fruit production.
- Water: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during dry periods.
- Soil Type: Grows best in well-drained, loamy soils but adapts to sandy or clay soils.
- Pollination: Requires cross-pollination with another apple variety for fruit production.
- Growth Rate: Moderate-growing, reaching maturity in 5-10 years.
- Max Height/Width: Reaches 15-20 feet in height and 12-15 feet in width.
- Pruning: Prune in late winter to shape the tree and remove deadwood.
Why You'll Love It:
The Enterprise Apple Tree is a popular choice for home orchards, thanks to its cold-hardiness and ability to produce sweet-tart apples with an irresistible crisp texture. Whether you’re eating them fresh or using them in your favorite recipes, Enterprise apples are a favorite among gardeners and chefs alike. Its beautiful spring blossoms and reliable harvest make it a standout in any yard.
Planting Tips:
Plant your Enterprise Apple Tree in early spring or fall in a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and plant at the same depth it was growing in the nursery. Water thoroughly after planting and mulch around the base to retain moisture. Regular watering during the first few years will help the tree establish a strong root system.
Flower Color:
White-Pink
Plant Class:
Deciduous Fruit Tree
Plant Name:
Enterprise Apple Tree
Shipping Details:
Your Enterprise Apple Tree will be shipped as a bare root plant, carefully packaged to ensure it arrives in optimal condition. Bare root plants are shipped during dormancy to promote successful transplanting and establishment in your landscape.
