🍎 Sweet Sixteen Apple (Malus domestica)
Zones: 3–7 | Height: 15–20 ft | Spread: 12–15 ft | Growth Rate: Moderate
Light: Full sun | Soil: Well-drained, loamy to sandy
Harvest/Drop Time: Sept – Early Nov
🏞️ Product Description:
The Sweet Sixteen Apple is a cold-hardy, fire blight-resistant variety bred in Minnesota, making it a reliable choice for northern climates. This grafted tree produces flavorful, crisp apples that drop from early September th5ough November, providing a long-lasting food source for wildlife and a delicious treat for people.
Its disease resistance and extended drop window make it a standout option for orchards and wildlife habitat alike.
🦌 Cold Hardy. Disease Resistant. Long Harvest.
With a harvest season that stretches from early fall into late autumn, Sweet Sixteen keeps deer and other wildlife nourished through changing seasons.
🌳 Why Grow Sweet Sixteen Apple?
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Excellent resistance to fire blight disease
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Very cold hardy, perfect for northern regions
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Extended drop window from September to November
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Produces tasty, crisp apples great for eating fresh or cooking
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Ideal for wildlife habitat and food plots
🛠️ Planting Tips:
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Plant in full sun for optimal fruit production
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Space trees 15–20 ft apart for healthy growth
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Use tree tubes to protect young trees from deer browse
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Water during dry spells, especially in the first growing season
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Pair with other apple varieties for staggered fruit availability
🛡️ Upgrade with a Tree Survival Kit — Includes 1-Year Tree Guarantee:
Add our Tree Survival Kit to protect your tree from deer, weeds, and drought while providing slow-release fertilizer. Purchase the kit with your tree to activate our 1-year replacement guarantee.
🌿 Summary:
For a tough, tasty apple with a long-lasting harvest window, the Sweet Sixteen Apple is a top-tier choice. It combines cold hardiness, disease resistance, and delicious fruit to support both your orchard goals and wildlife needs.
Hardy, healthy, and heavy-producing — Sweet Sixteen delivers!
