Apple, Stayman WinesapMalus x domestica
A large red apple that is the most popular winter keeper with a tart, rich, wine like flavor. This is a triploid; it cannot pollinate other apple trees. (Pollinate with Red or Yellow Delicious, Jonathan or Early Harvest) (zones 5 - 8)
Zones 5 - 8
The Stayman Winesap Apple can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
Fruit Tree
The Stayman Winesap Apple falls into the following type(s): Fruit Trees
10' - 25' High
The Stayman Winesap Apple grows to be 10' - 25' feet in height.
10' - 25' Spread
The Stayman Winesap Apple has a spread of about 10' - 25' at full maturity.
Slow Growth
This tree grows at a slow growth rate. [More about this.]
Full Sun
This apple does well in full sun.
Various Soils
The Stayman Winesap Apple grows in acidic, loamy, moist, rich, sandy, silty loam, well drained soils.
Oval Shape
This apple has oval, spreading or horizontal, upright or erect shape.
More Info
The Stayman Winesap Apple can be expected to grow in the zones shown on this map.
Attributes:
Winesap apples are good for cooking, baking and cider. They can be stored for a long time if stored properly (over six months is common).
Description:
A large red apple that is the most popular winter keeper with a tart, rich, wine like flavor. This is a triploid; it cannot pollinate other apple trees. (Pollinate with Red or Yellow Delicious, Jonathan, Early Harvest or a variety from a different apple family) (zones 5 - 8)
Wildlife Value:
Apples are eaten by a variety of birds and mammals. The leaves and branches are browsed. The trees can be destroyed by rodents and rabbits girdling the stem or trunk.
Height Variations:
The standard grows to 20' - 25', semi-dwarf grows to 12' - 15', and dwarf grows to 10' in height.
Spread Variations:
Standard spread grows to 25', semi-dwarf grows to 12'- 15', and dwarf grows to a 10' spread.
Moisture:
This tree requires moist, well drained soil and is not drought tolerant.
Leaves:
Ranging between 2"-4", these coarse-veined, dark green leaves have a toothed margin and are alternate on the twig.
Flower Color:
They are generally all pink instead of white to pinkish white, which is unusual for apple tree leaves.
Bloom Time:
Mid season to late mid-season bloom time. A triploid, the pollen is sterile..
Fruit Description:
This apple is medium to large, round to cone shaped with a dull red color and crisp, juicy, yellowish flesh. Harvested in mid to late October.