Pettingill Apple Tree
Price range: ₨1,000 through ₨2,000
The Pettingill apple tree is a unique, low-chill variety ideal for warmer climates, known for its sweet-tart fruits and excellent adaptability.
Tree Information
- Origin: Discovered as a chance seedling in Southern California in the 1940s.
- Chill Hours: Approximately 300–400 chill hours, making it well-suited for mild-winter regions.
- Altitude: Performs best at low to mid elevations (generally below 1,500 meters), especially in Mediterranean or subtropical climates.
- Pollination: Partially self-fruitful, but yields improve with a compatible pollinator (e.g., Anna, Dorsett Golden, or Ein Shemer).
- Tree Size: Typically a medium to large tree, reaching 12–20 feet in height and spread if unpruned; can be maintained smaller with pruning.
- Harvest Time: Late fall — usually from October to November, depending on local climate.
- Usage of Fruits: Excellent for fresh eating, cooking, baking, sauces, and cider.
- Fruits and Flavor: Medium to large, round apples with red and green skin. Flesh is crisp and juicy, with a balanced sweet-tart flavor, often compared to McIntosh or Jonathan apples.