Malus 'Arkansas Black'/Arkansas Black Apple

Malus 'Arkansas Black' / Malus 'Arkansas Black'
Trained specimen trees of the Arkansas Black apple during dormant season at the Memphis Botanical Garden
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Trained specimen trees of the Arkansas Black apple during dormant season at the Memphis Botanical Garden

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Scientific Name: Malus 'Arkansas Black'
Common Name: Arkansas Black Apple
Plant Type: Deciduous
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 5, 6, 7, 8 Determine Your Zone
Height: 15-20 feet
Spread: 10 - 15 feet
Bloom time: Spring
Flower color: White
Fruit present: Summer, Fall
Fruit color: Green, Red
Light Exposure: Sun
Drainage: Well drained
Rate of Growth: Moderate
Water Requirement: Medium
Maintenance Level: Medium
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments: This appple produces dark red apples that is reported to be a good cooking apple and also a good selection for cider. Growing apples in the Lower South is very questionable because most varieties do not receive sufficient cold to satisfy their dormancy requirements. As with many fruit varieties, apples need to be sprayed for insect and disease pests.