Protected Series:
Zone: 4ARKANSAS BLACK APPLE TREE
Malus domestica 'Arkansas Black' is a heritage variety of apple, originating from the mid-19th Century in Benton County, Arkansas. It is a large, vigorous deciduous tree that grow 15 feet tall with a 12-foot spread. Arkansas Black apples are generally medium sized with a bit of a flattened shape. Generally, very dark crimson red on the tree with a slight green blush where hidden from the sun. It is one of the darkest of all apple cultivars, hence the name. They have a crunchy flesh, fairly tart, rich flavor when fresh-picked that gets mellow with storage.
Arkansas Black Apple thrives in full sun in deep, loamy, moderately fertile, slightly acidic, evenly moist, well-drained soils. It does not tolerate heavy clay.
| PLANT | SIZE | TYPE | GALENA | ADD'L | DIG | SOON |
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To help this tree settle in and thrive, we recommend these standard planting practices: Plant in deep, fertile, well-draining soil, selecting a location that receives full sun to ensure optimal fruit production and foliage color. Apple trees are sensitive to standing water, so avoid planting in low-lying areas where water collects. Provide deep, regular watering during the first few growing seasons until the tree is well established and ensure you verify the soil drainage before planting.
Maintenance is uniform across most edible cultivars: Prune in late winter or early spring while the tree is dormant to improve air circulation, control shape, and encourage productive growth. Apply a layer of organic mulch around the root zone to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, keeping the material pulled back from the trunk to prevent decay. Most apple trees require cross-pollination from a different, compatible variety to produce a reliable harvest, so always ensure you have a pollinator partner nearby.
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