A review of the most popular winter apple varieties

Antonovka

Of all winter apple varieties, the Antonovka variety is characterized by good frost resistance. When growing this apple tree, remember that moderate soil moisture is essential for Antonovka. This variety begins to bear fruit as early as 7–8 years after planting.

Anise

The color of this winter apple tree has a distinctive ribbed pattern. There are several varieties of Anise, so the color of ripe fruit can vary from light green to bright pink with a reddish tint. The fruit has a rather mild, yet fleshy flavor. Apples can be stored in cellars until spring.

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Winter apple varieties grown indoors include a variety called Aport. Among the key characteristics of this variety is its vigorous, spreading crown. The tree produces a good harvest if provided with the necessary growing conditions. Ripe fruits can be stored in the refrigerator or cellar until late February or early March.

Aphrodite

It's difficult to single out the most delicious winter apple varieties. Among the best-known is Aphrodite. This tree is vigorous, with a pyramidal crown. The flesh of a ripe fruit has not only a pleasant flavor but also a delicate aroma. Apples can be picked from mid-September until the first frost.

Aelita

Growing late-ripening apple varieties on your property is a great way to diversify your diet during the most vitamin-deficient time of year. For the Volgograd region, for example, there's nothing better than a tree with high frost resistance. Aelita is such a tree. The fruits have a delicate, sweet flavor and retain their quality until spring.

Winter lungwort

Among the most delicious frost-resistant apple varieties, the Winter Lungwort deserves special mention. Its fruits have a honey-like flavor. Furthermore, this variety is prized for its excellent frost resistance and shelf life, as it produces fruit suitable for winter storage.

Baltic

Among the best varieties for northwestern Russia is the Baltika variety. A mature tree is impressive in size and quite vigorous. This variety is not only frost-resistant but also resistant to scab. It produces a full harvest as early as the fifth year after planting.

Bogatyr

Which apple tree varieties are best for domestic gardeners in the Urals? Among the versatile varieties (adapted to a variety of climates), Bogatyr stands out. It's suitable for both Rostov Oblast and the Volga region. Its sweet and sour fruits retain their flavor until mid-May. These fruits have a long shelf life, and the plant is resistant to scab.

Cortland

A winter apple tree will grace any table. The Cortland variety, native to the United States, is also popular among domestic gardeners. The tree begins bearing fruit in its fifth year. However, this variety is not winter-hardy. It is also not particularly resistant to scab.

Lobo

Moderate winter hardiness and susceptibility to scab are characteristics worth considering before purchasing a seedling. Advantages include high yields and good shelf life of ripe fruits (they can be stored in the refrigerator until February or March).

Peaceful

Late-winter varieties of domestic apple trees are a desirable acquisition for domestic gardeners. After all, they want to be able to enjoy fresh fruit even when winter is looming. For those looking for apple varieties with high winter hardiness, the Mirnoe variety is an interesting option. The plant is virtually immune to scab. The Mirnoe apple tree produces a bountiful harvest every few years.

Moscow Winter

Gardeners in the Tver region and apple tree lovers in the Saratov region should consider the Moscow Winter variety of fruit tree. Ripe fruits of this variety can be safely stored in the refrigerator until April. If you're looking for an apple variety with large, delicious fruits, Moskovskoe Zimnee is the perfect choice.

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Its key characteristics include early fruiting. Furthermore, this variety exhibits high resistance to scab. As it grows, the tree forms a spreading crown with drooping branches. This variety is not frost-resistant, but its fruit does keep for quite a long time.

Bergamot Reinette

Domestic gardeners should plant an apple tree called the Bergamot Reinette in their garden. A mature tree has a spreading, vigorous crown. Ripe fruits are green at harvest, but turn yellow during storage.

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This hybrid variety is winter-hardy and produces fruit well. The fruits are sweet but small. Each apple weighs almost 100 grams. This variety has good ratings for domestic apples, so it's worth considering the Rossiyanka variety.

Rossoshanskoe striped

Apple trees planted in the Volga region must have good frost resistance. With the Rossoshansky Striped, you can't go wrong. This is because the tree is frost-resistant.

But the plant's benefits don't end there. A bountiful harvest can be achieved annually under favorable environmental conditions. But remember: if the substrate isn't moistened at least occasionally, the tree won't produce its full fruit each year.

Sinap

This variety of fruit tree is a late-winter fruit tree. It has a spreading crown, and the tree itself is vigorous. Therefore, when planting the seedling, ensure there is sufficient space around it. The fruit on the tree is large and green with a slight reddish blush.

Adding calcium to the substrate is essential for proper apple tree growth. This will ensure the plant develops to its full potential.

Common skryzhapel

This variety has a spreading crown. The fruits are bulb-shaped, with ribbed skin. The advantage of growing this apple tree in a garden is the versatility of the fruit. They can be safely used in jams, compotes, and other preserves. This apple variety is highly winter-hardy. When young, the tree bears fruit annually; later, generous harvests alternate with light ones.

Welsey

This apple variety is extremely popular among American gardeners. It is highly frost-hardy. The plant produces large, orange-yellow fruits. The tree begins bearing fruit early, approximately five years after planting. The harvest can begin in October. If you can provide average storage conditions for the fruit, the apples will retain their flavor until February.

Columnar apple tree varieties, or trees with spreading crowns, each have their own unique advantages. Almost all of the varieties described can be grown in the western regions of Russia. Make your choice based on the climate conditions specific to your area.

The size of your front garden is also crucial: if space is at a premium, columnar apple trees are your best bet. Store ripe apples properly, and you'll be able to enjoy these vitamin-rich fruits even in winter. The diversity of modern varieties is simply astounding. Explore descriptions of popular varieties and choose the perfect one: add new trees to your home collection.

Video: "Overview of Winter Apple Varieties"

This video will tell you about the different types of winter apple trees.