Edibles
Apple Golden Dorsett
Malus 'Golden Dorsett'
Popular apple variety for warm winter areas, Dorsett offers medium-sized, yellow fruit with red stripes that is great for fresh eating or cooking. Mid to late season production of sweet large size fruit. Apples can be mixed with other fruiting trees to create a home orchard. Apples do best when planted with other apple varieties. Requires 250 chilling hours.
Plant Details
| Exposure | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Height x Width | 20-30'H, 20-30'W |
| Water | Water regularly until established and frequently in extreme heat. |
| Zones | Zones 4-10 |
| Fertilization | Feed with an all-purpose fertilizer in early spring and again in late summer. Follow label instructions. |
| Pruning | Apples need little pruning. Remove broken or damaged limbs for a nice appearance. As the tree matures, remove crossing branches. |
| Size | 5 gallon |
