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Arkansas Black Apple Tree (Malus Domestica ‘Arkansas Black’)

Arkansas Black apple is a compact tree that produces large, firm tart fruit that mellows and sweetens with storage. It has a deep red or purple skin that is almost black.  Harvest in the fall in time for cider and baking. Requires cross-pollination.

Sunlight: Full sun minimum 6 hrs per day.

Soil: Well-drained loamy or sandy soil with a pH level of 6.0 to 7.0.

Water: Water weekly until established. Water established trees deeply as needed.

Fertilizer: Use a balanced slow releasing fertilizer in the spring.

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Arkansas Black is the natural offspring of the Winesap apple and is compact. Over time as the tree matures it will produce a heavy crop of large, softball sized apples. This apple has a deep red or purple almost black skin and a firm tart flesh that mellows and sweetens during storage.

Ready for harvest in October or November just in time for cider and baking season. This apple is perfect for long storage times.

Arkansas Black Apples thrive in full sun and well-drained soil. Arkansas Black requires cross pollination from another nearby apple or crabapple tree. The fruit set improves with maturity. At maturity they reach approximately 12 – 15 feet tall and wide. Required Chill Hours: 600. USDA hardiness zones 4 – 9.

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