Macoun Apple

Malus domestica 'Macoun'

Macoun is a regional favorite in the Northeast and Ohio area. It is similar to McIntosh in many characteristics, but has better keeping characteristics, dessert qualiuty and ripens about a month later. It is very aromatic and flavorful, with white, firm and juicy flesh.

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Malus domestica 'Macoun' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Macoun has a very upright habit and doesn't tend to spread much until it starts to bear heavily. It can tend to be biennial bearing, so thin aggressively to reduce heavy crops.

A Little History about Macoun Apple Macoun was introduced in 1923 from Geneva, NY. It's parent are McIntosh and Jersey Black.

Malus domestica 'Macoun' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Thin heavily for size • Mid-season blooming • Pollinizer needed	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Very vigorous • Slow to bear • Upright habit	Harvest Period • Early fall
Other Attributes • Keeps well • Aromatic • Complex flavor • Sub-acid flavor • Very juicy	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Above average skill	Uses • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Good for sauce • Juice or Cider