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Akane Apple
Malus 'Akane'
The Akane Apple (Malus 'Akane') is truly a sight to behold. Growing in zones 5 to 8, it offers tall and upright growth, with velvety crimson-red skin and a sweet, firm, yellow flesh. It's incredibly hardy and resistant to most common apple diseases and can put up with harsh conditions and have a long storage life. Not only is it a stunning and unusual sight in home gardens thanks to its brightly coloured fruits, but its taste is unbelievably delicious - a crisp tartness with a hint of honey. Unquestionably, it’s one of the most truly amazing apple varieties around.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
high
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 3
Hardiness Map
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Zone 3
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Water Every
"3-4" days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
High
Care Level
Low
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "3-4" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
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Harvest Fruit
Harvest Fruit
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Pruning Time
Fruiting
How to Propagate
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Budding
Propagate via Budding for best results
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Tissue Culture
Propagate via Tissue Culture for best results
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Requires frequent watering to maintain moist soil. Don't let the soil dry out completely.