Malus 'Golden Sentinel' | USDA Zone: 4-8 |
Golden Sentinel™ Columnar Apple is a small tree that is commonly grown for its edible qualities, although it does have ornamental merits as well. It produces large yellow round apples with hints of gold and white flesh which are usually ready for picking from late summer to early fall. The apples have a sweet taste and a juicy texture.
Partner with a companion apple tree, such as another columnar variety, for cross-pollination and more robust fruiting. Good disease resistance.
The apples are most often used in the following ways:
- Fresh Eating
- Baking
- Juice-Making
- Sauces
Aside from its primary use as an edible, Golden Sentinel™ Columnar Apple is sutiable for the following landscape applications;
- Accent
- Vertical Accent
- Hedges/Screening
- General Garden Use
- Orchard/Edible Landscaping
- Container Planting
Bloom Time: Spring
Ripens: Late Summer / Fall
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More About Golden Sentinel™ Columnar Apple Fruit Tree |
Height: 10 ft |
Spread: 3 ft |
Flower Colour: White / Pink Shades |
Needs another apple cultivar or flowering crab in the neighbourhood for pollination and subsequent fruit production. In many cases, you may want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops. Ultimate height and width of apple and other fruit trees depends on the pruning and production program. Apple fruit trees are typically grown in a designated area of the yard because of its mature size and spread. It should only be grown in full sunlight. It prefers to grow in average to moist conditions, and shouldn't be allowed to dry out. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. Note that when grown in a container, it may not perform exactly as indicated on the tag - this is to be expected. Also note that when growing plants in outdoor containers and baskets, they may require more frequent waterings than they would in the yard or garden. Be aware that in our climate, most plants cannot be expected to survive the winter if left in containers outdoors, and this plant is no exception. NOTE: Some flowers and plants may be harmful or poisonous to people or pets if touched or ingested. If you require more information before placing an order, please let us know in advance. |