Description
Red Gravenstein Apple Tree – Malus domestica ‘Red Gravenstein’
The Gravenstein Red apple tree is a colourful variant of the famous classic Gravenstein. Originally from Graefenstein Castle in Germany, this heirloom variety is distinguished by its bright red skin, adding a splash of color to your orchard while maintaining the exceptional taste qualities of Gravenstein. Price:
- €10 for trees less than one meter tall
- €20 for trees over one meter
Availability: Shipping from December to March
Characteristics of the fruit
- Size: Medium caliber
- Shape: Round
- Color: Bright red all over
- Flesh: Juicy, fine, crunchy
- Taste: Perfect balance between sweet and tangy, very fragrant
- Use: Excellent for juice, pies, and fresh consumption
- Storage: Until November
Tree Features
- Vigour: Medium to High
- Port: Erect, slender
- Height at maturity : 5 metres
- Width at maturity : 3 metres
- Fruit set: Fast
- Productivity: Good, tendency to alternate
- Hardiness: Very good, tolerates cold well
Cultivation and maintenance
Planting
Choose a sunny location for your Red Gravenstein. For detailed planting tips, check out our guide to planting fruit trees.
Soil and exposure
- Soil: Adapts to various soil types, prefers well-drained soils
- Exhibition: Full sun
- Altitude: Performs well in mountainous regions
Care
- Regular watering, especially in times of drought
- Adding organic fertilizer in spring
- Maintenance pruning at the end of winter
- Fruit thinning recommended to promote size
Pollination
Like the classic Gravenstein, the Red variety is triploid and requires pollinators. We recommend:
Benefits of the Gravenstein Red variety
- Unique aesthetics with its bright red epidermis
- Excellent taste quality, ideal for various culinary uses
- Good adaptation to cold climates and mountainous regions
- Early and generous production
- Brings a bright pop of color to your orchard
Ordering Information
- Packaging: Bare-root trees
- Shipping period: December to March
- Available sizes: Less than one meter and more than one meter
To place an order or get more information about our delivery options, visit our fruit trees page.
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