Apple, Honeycrisp #5
Apple, Honeycrisp
Malus domestica 'Honeycrisp'
Height: Typically 12–15 feet tall
Spread: Approximately 12–15 feet wide
Spacing: Plant 12–15 feet apart for full development
Growth Rate: Moderate
Deciduous
Ornamental tree
Description
Apple Honeycrisp is a stunning fruit tree celebrated for its fresh flavor, brilliant appearance, and excellent performance in home landscapes. Each fall, this tree delivers a polished harvest of large, ruby-red apples with creamy-white flesh. The texture is satisfyingly crisp, and the taste is a grand balance of sweet and tart—perfect for fresh eating, salads, cider, and baking. In early to mid-spring, Honeycrisp offers a splash of soft white blossoms, creating a gorgeous statement before the leaves emerge. Apples typically ripen in mid to late September.
Its upright, rounded form adds structure and seasonal interest to the landscape, making it one of the finest dual-purpose trees for beauty and harvest.
Pollination: Honeycrisp is not self-pollinating. Plant with another apple variety that blooms at the same time (like Empire, Gala, or Fuji) within 50 feet for best fruit production.
General Care
- Sunlight: Prefers full sun
- Watering: Water regularly after planting to establish strong roots and support healthy fruiting; once established, water as needed during extended dry periods
- Mulching: Apply a 2–3 inch layer of mulch to help retain moisture and regulate soil temperature
- Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain structure, remove dead wood, and encourage productive growth
With its stunning fruit, inspiring form, and crisp, flavorful harvest, Apple Honeycrisp is a refreshing and rewarding choice for landscapes where beauty meets productivity.
