Harelson Apple

Malus domestica 'Red Harelson'

Grandpa's Choice™ Red Haralson is a very hardy, heritage variety that has stood the test of time. Our strain is a very attractive red color that has less russetting and ripens earlier than the original Haralson. The fruit is crisp and juicy and the flesh white and firm. It has a mild, pleasant flavor. It is good for all uses. It will stores well into the winter. It is extremely hardy and good for areas that have really cold winters. It harvests late September, early October in the north.

Pricing

Red Harelson Apple on Dwarf (Bud9) root, Large 1/2-5/8" caliper grade    -    $20.99 Red Harelson Apple on Dwarf (Bud9) root, 2 year-XL grade    -    $23.99 Red Harelson Apple on Semi-standard (Bud118) root, Large 1/2-5/8" caliper grade    -    $20.99

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 3-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Red Haralson is a vigorous and productive tree. It can overset fruit and become biennial bearing unless properly thinned. Thin the fruit agressively and early to help insure next years crop.

A Little History The original Haralson was introduced by the University of Minnesota in 1923, where many important, very cold hardy varieties have come from. Its parents are Malinda X Wealthy.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Pollinizer needed • Tends to biennial bear • Thin heavily for size • Mid-season blooming • Excellent pollinizer	Fruit Characteristics • Large fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Very vigorous • Early to bear	Harvest Period • Late season
Other Attributes • Grandpa's Choice™ • Sweet-tart • Keeps well	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Frost Resistant • Very hardy	Skill Required • Average skill	Uses • Juice or Cider • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Good for sauce