Hailing from Minnesota and with its roots tracing back to the 1940s, the Fireside apple tree has garnered a loyal following. Its name, inspired by President Roosevelt's "Fireside Chats," speaks to its hardiness and popularity.
Hailing from Minnesota and with its roots tracing back to the 1940s, the Fireside apple tree has garnered a loyal following. Its name, inspired by President Roosevelt's "Fireside Chats," speaks to its hardiness and popularity. The large, crisp, juicy and sweet fruits boast a greenish-white flesh that is never flat or mealy. With a striking flame orange striped skin over a rich yellow undercover, this apple is not only visually appealing but also long-lasting and full of flavor. Its aroma fills the room and it demonstrates resistance to cedar-apple rust, making it an excellent cold-hardy option. Discover more about our organically grown Fireside apple trees for sale below.
USDA Zones: 3-10
Low Chill: Yes
Heirloom: Yes
Uses: Fresh Eating, Cider, Sauces, Pies
Harvest Period: Late
Bloom Period: Midseason
Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period
Mature Size: 12-16 ft.
Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.
No pollinator? No fruit. This plant absolutely needs a compatible pollinator to produce fruit. Be sure to plant it with a suitable variety for the best harvest.
No pollinator? No fruit. This plant absolutely needs a compatible pollinator to produce fruit. Be sure to plant it with a suitable variety for the best harvest.
Hailing from Minnesota and with its roots tracing back to the 1940s, the Fireside apple tree has garnered a loyal following. Its name, inspired by President Roosevelt's "Fireside Chats," speaks to its hardiness and popularity. The large, crisp, juicy and sweet fruits boast a greenish-white flesh that is never flat or mealy. With a striking flame orange striped skin over a rich yellow undercover, this apple is not only visually appealing but also long-lasting and full of flavor. Its aroma fills the room and it demonstrates resistance to cedar-apple rust, making it an excellent cold-hardy option. Discover more about our organically grown Fireside apple trees for sale below.
USDA Zones: 3-10
Low Chill: Yes
Heirloom: Yes
Uses: Fresh Eating, Cider, Sauces, Pies
Harvest Period: Late
Bloom Period: Midseason
Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period
Mature Size: 12-16 ft.
Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.