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Goodland Apple

Goodland Apple

Malus domestica 'Goodland'

Goodland is one of the most hardy apples known. It has been known to withstand -50F with little winter damage. The fruit is medium size, round, bi-color fruit. Its flesh is tender, crisp, juicy and aromatic. It makes a delicious aromatic apple sauce and is well suited for fresh eating. It ripens in early September.


Height

12-15 Feet

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Spread

10-15 Feet


USDA Hardiness Zone 42-5

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Malus domestica 'Goodland'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Goodland is a very hardy, annual bearer suited for really cold, frigid climes. We don't know much about its susceptibilities to most apple diseases.

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A Little History about Goodland Apple

Goodland is an open pollinated seedling of Patten Greening that was selected in 1925, but not introduced until 1955 from the Canadian Research Station in Morden, Manitoba, just north of the border.

Malus domestica 'Goodland' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
Pollinizer needed
Mid-season blooming
Fruit Characteristics
Large fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
Average vigor
Very productive
Spreading habit
Harvest Period
Late summer
Other Attributes
Very crisp
Very juicy
Aromatic
Site Requirements
Full Sun
Very hardy
Skill Required
Average skill
Uses
Cooking or baking
Good for pies
Good for sauce
Juice or Cider
High dessert quality