CrimsonCrisp™

Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™'

CrimsonCrisp™ is a new disease resistant apple variety that should go along well with other Grandpa's Nature Friendly™ varieties. The medium sized fruit is an attractive crimson red and the flesh is very crisp and firm with a tart but complex flavor. The fruit matures in the mid-season of fall.

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips CrimsonCrisp™ is highly resistant to apple scab which is the main fungal problem of apple production. It is moderately resistant to cedar apple rust, and somewhat resistant to powdery mildew and fire blight. It is a late bloomer, with a spreading, grower friendly habit. Easy to grow!

A Little History about CrimsonCrisp™ CrimsonCrisp™ was bred and introduced by Purdue University in Indiana, where many of our finest disease resistant apple varieties came from. Their Co-op™ series of disease resistant apple varieties are the most famous. CrimsonCrisp™ is also known as Co-op 39.

Malus domestica 'CrimsonCrisp™' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Late blooming • Pollinizer needed	Disease Resistance • Cedar Rust Resistance • Fire Blight Resistance • Mildew resistance • Russet resistance • Scab resistance	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Spreading habit
Harvest Period • Mid-season	Other Attributes • Keeps well • Complex flavor • Sweet-tart • Very crisp • Very juicy • Grandpa's Nature Friendly™	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Easy to grow
Uses • Good for drying • Good for pies • Canning or freezing • Good for sauce • High dessert quality • Juice or Cider • Cooking or baking