29 Dec 2023

Malus domestica Wilton's Red Jonaprince

Fruit type	Pome
Fruit shape	Globose-cone shaped
Leaf margin	Serrate
Leaf type	Foliage leaf
Winter hardness	Good (USDA-zone 5, 6)
Flower color	Pink; White
Fruit color	Red
Leaf, general shape	Ovate (egg-shaped); Elliptic / oval
Inflorescence	Corymb
Flowering month(s)	May
Fruit size	Medium; Sizable
Leaf duration	Deciduous
Flowering period	Flowering mid time
Light conditions	Sunny
Leaf division	Simple
Pollination/fertility	Recommended
Flower sex (distribution)	Monoecious (flowers bisexual)
Leaf, main color	Dark green
Fruit, maturing period	September; October
Moisture requirements	Moist

The Malus domestica Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple is a unique and highly desirable fruit variety. With its pome fruit type and globose-cone shape, it stands out among other apple varieties. The leaves of this apple tree have serrated margins and are of the foliage leaf type. It exhibits good winter hardness, making it suitable for USDA zones 5 and 6.

One of the distinguishing features of the Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple is its beautiful flower color. The blossoms can be either pink or white, adding a touch of elegance to the tree. As the flowers give way to fruit, they turn a vibrant shade of red, making it visually appealing.

The leaves of this apple tree have an ovate or elliptic/oval shape. The overall leaf color is a dark green, which adds to the aesthetic appeal of the tree. The inflorescence of the Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple is in the form of a corymb, with clusters of flowers blooming in May.

The size of the fruit can vary from medium to sizable, making it suitable for both personal consumption and commercial use. The fruit matures during the months of September and October, providing an abundant harvest during the late summer and early fall. The Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple thrives in sunny light conditions and requires moist soil, ensuring optimal growth and fruit development.

With its simple leaf division and deciduous nature, the Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple tree offers a beautiful display throughout the seasons. During the flowering period, which occurs in the mid-time, the tree showcases its monoecious flowers, meaning they are bisexual.

To ensure proper pollination and fertility, it is recommended to have other apple trees nearby for cross-pollination. This will help maximize fruit production and enhance the overall health and vigor of the tree.

Overall, the Malus domestica Wilton's Red Jonaprince apple is a highly desirable fruit tree that offers not only a bountiful harvest but also visual appeal. Its unique characteristics, from its fruit and flower colors to its leaf shape and margins, make it an excellent addition to any orchard or backyard garden. With proper care and attention to its moisture requirements, this apple tree will thrive and provide years of delicious fruit.

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