Rouget de Dol Cider Apple Tree Plant Conventional bare-root scion

Technical sheet of the Rouget de Dol variety

• Fruit Color: Tangy, creamy, firm flesh with a coarse texture.
• Skin color: Bright red with thin stripes of darker red.
• Size and shape: Medium in size, with diameters ranging from 8 to 10 cm. Round in shape with a slight elongation, and they are often described as ovoid.
• Fruit Maturity: Fruits keep well until March, after ripening in October-December.
• Fruit Flavor: Tangy, crisp, juicy, and sweet flesh, but coarse in structure. The flavor is fragrant and ideal for cooking and cider making.
• Disease resistance and storage: Not specified. Fruits store well for 3 to 5 months.
• Is this variety self-fertile? Rouget de Dol is a good pollinator for the varieties Marie Ménard, Douce Moën, and Fréquin Rouge.
• Commercial Use: Recommended for making apple juice and cider due to its acidity. It is also used as a dessert apple.
• Comments:
  • Originally from Dol-de-Bretagne, this variety is cultivated in the North of Ille-et-Vilaine, Mont Dol, and other Breton regions.
  • The apple tree is very hardy and does not fear frosts down to at least -15°C.

Rouget de Dol Cider Apple Tree: A Rustic and Profitable Variety

The Rouget de Dol , a renowned cider apple tree, stands out for its robustness and versatility. This traditional variety is a strategic choice for market gardeners and professional producers looking for high-quality fruit, suitable for cider production, fresh consumption and culinary processing. As a specialist wholesale supplier of apple trees , Arboriverse provides you with professional-quality plants to create efficient and profitable orchards.

A fruit with a balanced taste and attractive appearance

The Rouget de Dol is a variety of cider apple tree whose fruit is as attractive for its taste as for its visual appearance. These apples offer:

• A balanced flavor : White, crisp and juicy flesh, with a perfect balance between acidity and sweetness, ideal for aromatic ciders.
• An attractive aesthetic : Bright red skin, adorned with fine dark red stripes, which immediately catches the eye.
• Culinary versatility : Use in cider, in cooking (pies, compotes) or eaten fresh.

Thanks to its distinctive oblong shape and medium size, this variety fits easily into local markets and distribution networks. Buying Rouget de Dol apple trees will give you access to this unique quality for your production.

The agronomic performance of Rouget de Dol

Rouget de Dol is much more than a hardy apple tree variety. Its agronomic performance makes it a valuable investment for growers.

• Climate Resilience : Withstands extreme temperatures down to -15°C, ideal for cold climates and areas prone to winter frost.
• Mid-season flowering : Flowering in April which effectively protects the buds from late frosts.
• Abundant production : A generous harvest from the end of September, with fruit that can be stored until March.

By choosing this variety, you optimize your production while ensuring consistent fruit quality. To achieve this, it is essential to collaborate with a specialist apple tree plant wholesale supplier like Arboriverse.

Why choose Rouget de Dol with Arboriverse?

At Arboriverse , we specialize in supplying grafted apple trees tailored to the needs of professionals. Our expertise as a specialist apple tree plant wholesale supplier allows us to guarantee:

• Professional quality plants , produced by specialist nurseries for optimal growth.
• A varied choice: bare roots, half-stem, high-stem or scions, to meet all your space and cultivation constraints.
• Tailor-made services: technical advice, careful delivery to your farm anywhere in France.

Buying Rouget de Dol apple trees from Arboriverse also means benefiting from attractive prices directly from the producer, for a sustainable and profitable investment.

Recommendations for planting and maintenance

Rouget de Dol is a variety that adapts easily to different environments, but certain conditions optimize its development:

• Soil type : Favor rich, well-drained and slightly acidic soil.
• Exposure : Plant in full sun to maximize fruit quality and fruit set.
• Tree spacing : 7 to 10 meters for high trees, and 4 to 6 meters for low trees or palisades.

Minimal but regular maintenance is necessary:

• Prune annually to promote air circulation and limit the risk of disease.
• Thin out the fruit if the load is too heavy to ensure optimal size.

A cost-effective choice for professional producers

Rouget de Dol is a strategic variety for producers thanks to its many advantages:

• Profitability : Regular and abundant production, combined with a long conservation period.
• Commercial versatility : A fruit that meets a diverse demand (cider, cooking, fresh market).
• Reduced maintenance costs : Hardiness and natural tolerance to common apple tree diseases.

With Rouget de Dol, you're investing in a robust, productive, and versatile variety, ideal for diversifying your outlets and meeting market expectations. Contact **Arboriverse**, your **Wholesale Supplier specializing in apple trees**, and let us help you make your agricultural project a success. Buy Rouget de Dol apple trees today and start a successful and profitable orchard.