Akane or Prime Red Apple
Akane Apple
Malus domestica 'Akane'
Akane is an late summer/ early fall apple that resembles Jonathan. It is medium in size, bright red in color, and its white flesh has a distinctive aroma and sub-acid flavor. It is an excellent dessert apple.
Pricing
Height10-15 Feet
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Spread10-14 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8
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Homeowner Growing and Maintenance TipsAkane is less vigorous than most apple trees, with a slightly upright growth habit. It can tend to be a shy bearer and is reported to be less susceptible to scab than many other varieties.
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A Little HistoryAkane was bred in Japan and introduced into the US. It is also known as Prime Red in the US and in Japan it was known as the Tohuko #3 cultivar.
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Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Tends to crop lightly |
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Early blooming |
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Pollinizer needed |
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Disease Resistance
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Fruit Characteristics
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Slow growing |
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Upright habit |
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Harvest Period
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Other Attributes
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Aromatic |
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Complex flavor |
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Sub-acid flavor |
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Site Requirements
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Skill Required
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Uses
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