Apple 'Golden Delicious' 10 Litre

Apple ‘Golden Delicious’

The Apple ‘Golden Delicious’ is a highly popular and versatile apple variety, originally discovered in the United States in the early 20th century. It produces medium to large fruits with smooth golden-yellow skin and a sweet, mellow flavour. Juicy and crisp when fresh, it is excellent for eating, baking, and juicing. Ripening in mid to late autumn, it is also known for its good storage qualities.

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Why we like it

• Exceptionally sweet and versatile for eating and cooking.

• Reliable and heavy cropper.

• Stores well after harvest.

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What to know

• Prefers a sunny, sheltered position for best fruit quality.

• Grows well in fertile, well-drained soil.

• Requires regular watering during dry spells.

• Benefits from annual pruning to maintain productivity.

• Thin fruits if necessary to improve size and prevent overcrowding.

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Pollination

Pollination type:
Self-fertile

Pollination notes:
Produces fruit on its own, but yields improve when planted with other compatible apple varieties. It is also an excellent pollinator for many other apple trees.

Recommended pollination partners (optional):

• ‘Granny Smith’

• ‘Gala’

• ‘Cox’s Orange Pippin’

Pollination group:
Group 4

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Flower details

Flower colour: White with pale pink buds
Flowering months: April – May

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Size at maturity

Height: 300–500 cm
Spread: 300–500 cm