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Kingston Black


The most popular of the cider apples.

Origin: Somerset UK, 1900

Pollination: Kingston Black is self-sterile and would require a pollinator to produce a crop.Find pollination partners >

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Kingston Black apple trees for sale

1-year maiden trees

These are the most versatile choice for home orchards, community fruit tree projects, and for training on in any form you require.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
MaidenM9Dwarfing £25.00
< 5 in stock
MaidenM26Semi-dwarfing £25.00
< 5 in stock
MaidenMM106Semi-vigorous £25.00 Sold-out
MaidenMM111Vigorous £25.00

If you do not see the rootstock you require it is likely we can graft a tree especially for you - click here for more details of our custom-grafting service.

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Characteristics of Kingston Black apple trees

UseCider
ColourRed
FlavourBittersharp
Fruit sizeSmall
Picking timeEarly Nov
Season of useNov
Tree vigourModerate
Tree habitUpright-spreading
Fruit-bearingSpur-bearer
Cropping
Disease resistanceCanker - Susceptible
Scab - Susceptible
Special featuresGood for Cider
Pollination date0
Pollination groupC
Self-fertilitySelf-sterile
PollinatorsPollination partners
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