Apple, Red JonathanMalus x domestica
A late-ripening red apple is fine for fresh eating, freezing and cooking. Fruit trees need a minimum of 6-8 hours sunlight daily, and need water. They are not drought tolerant. (Pollinate with Red or Yellow Delicious or Early Harvest) (zones 4-8)
Zones 4 - 8
The Red Jonathan Apple can be expected to grow in the zones shown in color in the arborday.org zone map. (see map below)
Fruit Tree
The Red Jonathan Apple falls into the following type(s): Fruit Trees
10' - 25' High
The Red Jonathan Apple grows to be 10' - 25' feet in height.
10' - 25' Spread
The Red Jonathan Apple has a spread of about 10' - 25' at full maturity.
Medium Growth
This tree grows at a medium growth rate. [More about this.]
Full Sun
This apple does well in full sun.
Various Soils
The Red Jonathan Apple grows in moist, well drained soils.
Oval Shape
This apple has oval, spreading or horizontal, upright or erect shape.
More Info
The Red Jonathan Apple can be expected to grow in the zones shown on this map.
Attributes:
Jonathans are good for fresh eating, cooking, and baking. They freeze well, and have a long storage life.
Description:
A late-ripening red apple is fine for fresh eating, freezing and cooking. Fruit trees need a minimum of 6-8 hours sunlight daily, and need water. They are not drought tolerant. (Pollinate with Red or Yellow Delicious, Early Harvest or a variety from a different apple family) (zones4-8)
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:
A red Jonathan's leaves are smaller than other apple varieties. The grayish-green, coarse leaves alternate on the twig and have an irregular toothed margin.
Flower Color:
White to light pink
Bloom Time:
mid-season.
Fruit Description:
Medium sized fruit, bright red in sunny climates, stripped red in cooler climates. With crisp, juicy white flesh with a tart but well balanced flavor. Harvested in mid - September to mid - October.