Golden Delicious
apple(Malus domestica)
Flavor Profile
Sweet and crisp; mild flavor well suited to fresh eating and baking.
Visual Characteristics
Golden-yellow skinned apple; medium to large fruit.
Growing Tips
Ripens mid-September in the mid-Atlantic. Bears heavily, so thin fruit to avoid biennial bearing and fruit drop. Partially self-fertile but yields more with a pollinator (e.g., Red Delicious, Honeycrisp, Empire); prefers slightly acidic soil (pH ~5.0-6.8).
Resistance Information
Disease Resistance
Susceptible to common apple diseases such as scab and powdery mildew; not notably disease resistant.
Where to Buy
Sourcing information coming soon. Check local nurseries and seed banks for availability.