Macoun Apple Tree

USDA Certified Organic The Macoun apple tree (sometimes pronounced "McCowan") was developed at the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station in Geneva, by R. Wellington. Macoun apple tree was named after Canadian fruit grower W.T. Macoun, when first introduced in 1923. Macoun apples are a McIntosh-style apple, widely grown in New England and with arguably the best flavor of its siblings. Macoun apples are dark purplish-red blush over green background in cooler summer climates. Flesh is white, richly flavored, aromatic with excellent fresh eating quality. Macoun is a sweet refreshing apple with a pronounced flower-like vinous flavor. The flesh has a soft crisp texture and plenty of juice. The Macoun apple is at its best when picked and eaten straight from the tree. One of the better mid season apples. Drops quite a few apples before they are fully ripe. Please see below for further information on our organically grown Macoun apple trees for sale. Considerations for Macoun Apple Tree USDA Zones: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Heirloom: Yes Uses: Cider, Cooking / Sauces, Fresh Eating Harvest Period: Midseason Low Chill: Yes Bloom Period: Midseason Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period Origin Date: New York 1923 Storage: 3-4 weeks Disease Resistance: Excellent Rootstock: MM 111 (semi-dwarf) Years to Bear: 2-4 years Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft. Mature Size: 12-16 ft. Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft. Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept. [TABS] Size of tree Our trees range in height from 4-8 ft. in our field and trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped. Our young two year trees are most often feathered (side limbs). The trees diameter (caliper) is often 1/2 to 3/4 inch; *As noted by University of California Scientists and other qualified professionals the most successful trees often have caliper from 1/2" to 5/8" and usually establish faster than smaller and larger planting stock. . Pruning tip Basic idea for Pruning: Most fruit trees should be pruned in frost-free periods mid to late winter. (apricots best after bud break) Remove most vertical branches and shorten side branches. Fruiting wood is best on horizontal to 45 degree limbs. Learn more... Shipping information Shipping Note: Our fruit trees and berries are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive since UPS/Fed Ex charge a dimensional weight and an additional handling fee to ship a tree. You'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees,vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits. [/TABS]