Winesap Apple Tree
Winesap Apple Tree – Semi-Dwarf | 1 Gallon Pot
A timeless favorite with crisp flavor and rich color
Bring the charm of a traditional orchard to your own backyard with the Winesap Apple Tree. Known for its deep red skin with subtle purple striping and delightfully tart flavor, this semi-dwarf tree is a reliable winter keeper. Winesap apples are especially prized for baking, cooking, and cider-making thanks to their semi-firm texture.
In spring, your tree will be covered in lovely pink blossoms, offering early-season beauty and the promise of a flavorful harvest come late autumn to early winter. A longtime favorite among gardeners for its cold-hardiness and productivity.
Product Features:
- Mature Size: Grows 12–15 ft. tall and wide. Space trees 15 ft. apart.
- Zones: Hardy in USDA Zones 5–8
- Light Requirements: Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)
- Chill Hours: Requires 600–800 chill hours during winter
- Pollination: Not self-pollinating — plant with a compatible variety nearby (e.g., Fuji, Gala, Yellow or Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, Cortland, or McIntosh)
- Fruit Timing: Begins bearing fruit between 2–5 years of age
- Soil Needs: Prefers loamy, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0–7.0
- Watering: Not drought-tolerant — keep soil consistently moist
- Fertilizing & Pruning: Fertilize in early spring and prune in late winter to encourage healthy growth
Why Home Gardeners Love It
The Winesap offers a blend of ornamental beauty and practical harvest. Whether you’re making pies or just enjoying a crisp apple from the tree, this variety delivers year after year with proper care.
Please Note:
- Cannot ship to California, Alaska, or Hawaii
- Ships dormant in winter months
- Images shown represent mature plants
- This product is fulfilled and shipped by our affiliate, Tristar Plants. Pricing and availability may change at the affiliate's discretion.