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McIntosh Red



A very popular apple in North America where it is often referred to simply as Mac. The famous Apple personal computer was named after this apple.

Origin: Canada, 1811

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

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McIntosh Red 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
MaidenGeneva 202Semi-dwarfin £25.00 Sold-out
MaidenM26Semi-dwarfing £25.00
MaidenMM106Semi-vigorous £25.00
MaidenM25Very vigorous £25.00
< 5 in stock

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.

Pre-trained trees

These trees have already had some formative training in the nursery.

FormRootstockPriceQuantity
Espalier (1 tier)MM106Semi-vigorous £39.50
< 5 in stock

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Characteristics of McIntosh Red apple trees

UseDessert
ColourRed
FlavourSweet
Fruit sizeMedium
Picking timeMid/Late Sep
Season of useOct-Dec
Tree vigourModerate
Tree habitUpright-spreading
Fruit-bearingSpur-bearer
CroppingHeavy
Disease resistanceScab - Susceptible
Canker - Susceptible
Pollination date7
Pollination groupB
Self-fertilitySelf-sterile
PollinatorsPollination partners
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