NovaSpy Apple

Malus domestica 'NovaSpy'

Granpa's Nature Friendly™ NovaSpy is a good scab resistant alternative to Northern Spy, which it resembles. The fruit is medium size with some stripy, dark red blush. The flesh is creamy yellow, fine textured and very firm and crisp. It is moderately juicy, slightly acidic and has very good flavor. Excellent for fresh eating or pies, like Spy is. Ripens after Red Delicious and before regular Northern Spy. It stores and holds well

Pricing

NovaSpy Apple on Dwarf (Bud 9) root, 2 year-XL grade    -    $24.99 NovaSpy Apple on Semi-Dwarf (M7) root, 2 year-XL grade    -    $24.99

Height 12-15 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips NovaSpy should be easy to grow in the backyard, since it is resistant to scab and shouldn't require as much spraying. The tree is moderately vigorous and upright to spreading in growth habit. It bears earlier in life than Northern Spy, which is notorius for its slow bearing habit. It is a moderate, but annual producer and should be hardy for most areas.

A Little History NovaSpy was introduced from the research station in Nova Scotia, Canada where it was a mixed progeny with Nova EasyGro, Red Spy, and Golden Delicious.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Pollinizer needed • Mid-season blooming	Disease Resistance • Scab resistance • Fire Blight Resistance	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Early to bear
Harvest Period • Late fall	Other Attributes • Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ • Somewhat tart • Very juicy • Long-term keeper	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Average skill
Uses • Good for pies • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking