Brought to this country over 150 years ago from Russia, Duchess is extremely hardy and has resistance to apple scab, cedar-apple rust and fire blight. Fruit is medium size with skin color pale yellow with crimson stripes and splashes. Flavor is sprightly tart, superb for pies and sauce. Ripens mid-August to early September. Pollination partners: Yellow Transparent or Zestar!®
Growing Zone: 3 to 7
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Grafted
Height: 15 ft to 20 ft
