Malus domestica 'Red Delicious' /Red Delicious Apple

Malus domestica 'Red Delicious'  / Malus domestica 'Red Delicious'
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Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Red Delicious'
Common Name: Red Delicious Apple
Plant Type: Deciduous
Leaf Type: Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Determine Your Zone
Height: 20-30 feet
Spread: 15 - 20 feet
Bloom time: Spring, Summer
Flower color: White, Pink
Fruit present: Fall
Fruit color: Red
Light Exposure: Sun, Part Sun
Drainage: Well drained, Moist,
Rate of Growth: Fast
Water Requirement: Medium
Maintenance Level: Low
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments: This is one of the all-time favorite apples. It's big and it is red. The vigorous tree produces and abundance of fruit that should be allowed to ripen on the tree for best quality.