Looking to grow something new? Plant breeders put much effort into developing new fruit varieties. American Fruit Grower recognizes this, and is excited to showcase them here.
Scan the photos below for a couple crab apple choices from Brandt’s Fruit Trees.
Mt. Blanc X6114 cv.
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‘Mt. Blanc’ X6114 cv. brand is a late-blooming crab apple featuring moderate tree growth and good pollen compatibility. The cultivar produces an abundance of white blossoms a few days after ‘Snowdrift’. This is a good choice for your high-density plantings.
Best growing regions: USDA Zones 4 through 8
Disease resistance: Scab resistant
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Mt. Evereste
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PERPETU cv. is an early blooming crab apple sold under the ‘Mt. Evereste’ brand name. The pollinizer produces an abundance of blooms with good pollen compatibility. Due to its low vigor, it is easily planted into high-density orchards.
Best growing regions: USDA Zones 4 through 8
Disease resistance: Low susceptibility to mildew and fire blight
https://provarmanagement.com/brandts/apples/
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