General characteristics
Origin and history
Native to the United States, and more specifically Missouri, the Ozark Gold apple tree is the result of a successful cross between three prestigious varieties: Golden Delicious, Red Delicious, and Conrad. Created in 1970, this variety quickly won over growers thanks to its exceptional taste and early production.
Fruit characteristics
An attractive and tasty apple
- Color and texture: White to creamy flesh, fine, crisp and juicy, encased in a shiny yellow skin sometimes tinged with pink.
- Flavor: Sweet and slightly tangy, with complex aromas reminiscent of honey, vanilla, and pear. Flavors evolve over time, adding sweet and fragrant notes.
Caliber and conservation
- Size: Medium-sized, uniform and attractive fruits, perfect for market stalls.
- Storage: Can be stored for up to 2 to 3 months under appropriate conditions, ensuring extended marketing.
Production cycle and maturity
Precocity and optimized production
Harvest: From the beginning of September, ahead of varieties like Golden Delicious, and allowing producers to position themselves ahead of the market.
Flowering: Mid-late (April), reducing the risk of spring frosts.
Productivity: Regular and abundant production, facilitated by uniform ripening of the fruits.
Tree characteristics
An easy tree to grow
- Growth and size: Compact and moderately vigorous, making it easy to maintain and harvest. Adult size: 4 meters in height and 3.50 meters in wingspan.
- Adaptability: Prefers well-drained soils and tolerates calcareous soils. Drought-resistant, making it an ideal choice for hot regions or areas with limited irrigation.
Why choose Arboriverse for your Ozark Gold apple trees?
Your apple tree expert
As a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees, Arboriverse selects high-quality plants, tailored to the needs of demanding professionals. With our Ozark Gold plants, you benefit from:
- Robust and certified plants, guaranteeing healthy growth and optimal production.
- Personalized support, from planting to production.
- Fast and careful delivery, adapted to the requirements of professional orchards.
A profitable investment
- Strategic precocity: Access the market from September with fresh and attractive fruits.
- Commercial versatility: Fruits suitable for direct consumption and processing (juices, compotes, pastries).
- Climatic adaptability: Suitable for both temperate and more arid regions.
Recommendations to maximize your production
- Optimize Pollination: Pair Ozark Gold with compatible pollinators such as Red Delicious, Reine des Reinettes, or Gala to ensure optimal fruit set.
- Ensure effective drainage: Avoid poorly drained soils to prevent root asphyxiation.
- Adopt preventive cultural management: Prune regularly and apply natural treatments to limit common diseases.
- Promote the fruit on the market: Highlight the unique aromas and precocity of this variety to consumers.
The Ozark Gold apple tree is a must-have variety for growers looking for an early harvest, tasty fruit and excellent climate adaptability.
