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Idared Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Scion, distaff, half stem, tall stem - How to choose?

Understanding the Different Forms of Fruit Trees and Their Planting

Arboriverse , a specialist in the production and supply of professional fruit trees, offers a wide range of plants adapted to your needs and your growing objectives. Discover the characteristics of scions, cattails, half-stems and high-stems, and how to choose and plant these trees on your plot.


The Different Forms of Fruit Trees

1. Scion

  • Benefits :
    • Attractive price.
    • Flexibility: possibility of shaping the tree according to your needs.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires training.
    • Late production (4 to 5 years).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 3 to 4 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 1 to 2 years.

2. Distaff

  • Benefits :
    • Perfect for small gardens or high density crops.
    • Fast production: fruiting in 1 to 2 years.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Shorter lifespan.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 7 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 2 to 3 years.

3. Half-stem

  • Benefits :
    • Good production.
    • Accessible size for maintenance.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires more space.
    • Production in 2 to 4 years.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 10 m.
    • Tutoring: necessary for 3 to 4 years.

4. High-top

  • Benefits :
    • Longevity and high production.
    • Promotes biodiversity.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Significant space (8 to 10 m between trees).
    • Late production (5 years minimum).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 8 to 10 m.
    • Density: 150 to 250 trees/ha.

Criteria for Choosing the Right Tree Shape

  • Available space: Choose cattails for small gardens or scions for personalized management. For larger spaces, tall stems or half-stems are ideal.
  • Desired production: rapid production favors cattails, while sustainable production favors tall stems.
  • Maintenance: Half-stems are more accessible, while high-stems require little intervention after establishment.
  • Biodiversity: tall stems are best suited to creating natural habitats.

Tips for Planting Your Fruit Trees

1. Soil preparation

  • Analysis and amendment: test the soil and enrich it with compost.
  • Drainage: Avoid compacted or wet soils.

2. Planting

  • Planting hole: adapted to the size of the roots (60x60x60 cm for scions, up to 1 m for tall stems).
  • Positioning: The graft point must be at least 7.5 cm above the ground.
  • Watering and mulching: essential for recovery.

3. Layout and orientation

  • Spacing: respect the recommended distances according to the type of plant.
  • Orientation: north-south for optimal sunshine.

4. Pollination

  • Varietal compatibility: Mix compatible varieties.
  • Pollinators: Plan for 10 to 12% pollinator trees in your orchard.

Why Choose Arboriverse?

  • Professional quality: grafted plants produced by specialist nurserymen.
  • Producer prices: excellent value for money.
  • Fast delivery: throughout France, directly to your orchard.
  • Technical support: personalized advice and free quotes within 48 hours.

Take advantage of our producer prices to buy your fruit trees!

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Idared Apple Tree Plant at Producer Prices for Professional Apple Growers

Technical sheet of the Idared variety

  • Fruit color: Creamy white
  • Skin color: Smooth, thin, and shiny. It is greenish-yellow streaked with bright red over almost the entire surface.
  • Size and shape: Medium to large size, rounded shape, slightly flattened.
  • Tree size: Medium vigorous.
  • Fruit maturity: Early October.
  • Fruit Taste: Firm, juicy, sweet, tangy and sugary flesh, medium flavor.
  • Earliness of the variety: Rapid fruit set.
  • Fruiting period: Early October.
  • Disease resistance and storage: Very susceptible to powdery mildew, susceptible to *Nectria galligena* canker and fire blight, but relatively insensitive to scab. The fruits can be stored for 6 to 7 months in a cool place.
  • Variety yield: Very productive, uniform, abundant and regular fruiting.
  • Is this variety self-fertile? No, the Idared variety is self-sterile (diploid), which means it requires the presence of other apple varieties to improve pollination.
  • Commercial use: Excellent in pies, compotes or pan-fried and is also very popular in savory recipes.
  • Comments: Disease-resistant variety, making it a very hardy variety. It is best to plant Idared apple trees between October and March, outside of periods of frost.

Idared Apple Tree: An essential professional variety for demanding producers

The Idared apple tree is an iconic variety that combines high yield, culinary versatility, and excellent shelf life, meeting the expectations of demanding professionals. Developed in the United States in the 1930s from the Jonathan and Wagener varieties, this apple is as appealing for its taste as for its ability to satisfy a diverse clientele. Whether you're a market gardener, arborist, or orchard manager, the Idared apple tree is a safe choice for profitable production.

Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees , offers you professional-quality grafted Idared plants, suitable for all growing systems. Our plants are selected to guarantee uniform fruiting, exceptional longevity and ease of cultivation that meets the requirements of modern growers.


Fruits with exceptional qualities to appeal to all markets

Characteristics of Idared apples

Idared apple fruits are designed to meet the needs of growers looking for attractive and easy-to-market apples.

  • Size and shape: A medium to large size, suitable for commercial standards, with a slightly flattened and perfectly regular shape.
  • Skin Color: A bright, vivid hue, with a greenish-yellow background enhanced by intense red streaks covering almost the entire surface.
  • Flesh: Creamy white, firm and juicy, with a crisp texture particularly appreciated by lovers of fresh apples.
  • Flavor: Smooth and balanced, subtly combining acidity and sweetness for a pleasant and versatile taste.

An apple for all uses

The Idared variety stands out for its culinary versatility, making it an ideal option for various outlets.

  • Fresh consumption: Crunchy, juicy and sweet, it can be enjoyed plain for a unique taste experience.
  • Culinary transformation:
    • Pastries and pies: Maintains its structure and crispness perfectly during baking, ideal for gourmet desserts such as pies or apple turnovers.
    • Compotes: Its natural sweetness allows you to limit the addition of sugar.
    • Savory dishes: Perfect for use in a pan as an accompaniment to meat or poultry.
    • Juice and cider: Thanks to its balance between acidity and sweetness, Idared is ideal for making fresh juice or artisanal cider.


Trees designed for efficient commercial production

Characteristics of the Idared apple tree

The Idared apple tree is designed to ensure stable and profitable production over the long term. It fits perfectly into professional operations, whether for large-scale crops or smaller orchards.

  • Port and structure: Erect to slightly spreading, it is easy to prune and simplifies harvesting.
  • Fast Fruit Set: Begins to produce as early as the 2nd or 3rd year after planting, an advantage for growers looking for fast results.
  • Growth: Moderately vigorous, it ensures controlled development for optimized management.
  • Hardiness: Adapted to temperate climates, this variety benefits from flowering in April, reducing the risks associated with spring frosts.

Optimal harvesting and conservation

  • Harvest: The fruits are ready to be harvested from the beginning of October, with a homogeneous and regular production from year to year.
  • Extended storage: Under optimal conditions (0-4°C and high humidity), Idared apples retain their firmness and flavor for up to 6 to 7 months after harvest. At room temperature, they remain edible until December.

This exceptional storage capacity allows producers to meet off-season demand, while ensuring a constant supply.


Why choose Arboriverse for your Idared plants?

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees , Arboriverse is committed to supporting you in the success of your project, whether you wish to purchase Idared apple trees to launch or optimize your orchard.

Our commitments for professionals

  • Professional quality guaranteed: Our grafted apple trees come from specialized nurseries, selected for their vigor and their ability to produce uniform, quality fruit.
  • Various formats to suit your needs:
    • Bare roots: An economical and practical solution.
    • Half-stem and high-stem: Perfect for traditional or extensive orchards.
    • Scions and Cattails: Ideal for high density plantings or intensive systems.
  • Competitive prices: Take advantage of our producer prices for an excellent return on investment.
  • Reliable delivery: Fast and careful delivery directly to your farm, anywhere in France.
  • Technical support: Our experts are available to advise you on the best practices for growing and managing your orchard.


Investing in Idared: A strategic choice for producers

The Idared apple tree is a reliable and profitable investment for market gardeners, arborists, and orchard managers. Its consistent productivity, culinary versatility, and long shelf life make it an essential ally for enhancing your fruit production.

With Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees , you can be sure of receiving professional-quality plants tailored to your specific needs. Buy your Idared apple trees today and benefit from a turnkey solution to maximize the profitability of your orchard.

Trust Arboriverse to support you every step of the way, from selecting plants to planting them on your plot. Together, let's bring high-performance, sustainable fruit production to life.