for 2006 Malus ‘Sweet Sixteen’ Sweet Sixteen Apple Type: fruit Height: 12-18’ semi-dwarf, 15-25’ standard Hardiness: Zone 3-8 Light requirements: Full sun to part shade Bloom Color: apple blossom pink A large apple that blooms late in the season and ripens in early September. It has bright red color over greenish yellow. The tree is upright, vigorous and very hardy. It is resistant to apple scab, but is susceptible to fire-blight and rust. An exceptionally cold hardy variety from the Minnesota breeding program, rated as hardy to -50F.  Late bloom.  Precocious; annual bearer.  Ripens just before McIntosh.  Large red fruit, crispy flesh and a nutty flavor makes it unique.  Makes nice pies.  Tolerant of fire-blight.   Malinda x Northern Spy. *****

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