Family
Rosaceae
Botanical Name
Malus domestica 'Jonamac'
Plant Common Name
Apple, Jonamac Apple, Red Eating Apple
General Description
The 'Jonamac' apple is crisp, firm, tart, and aromatic. The tree is outstandingly hardy (to -50F) and comes from a cross between McIntosh and Jonathan. Like all domestic apples it is descended from a species native to southwestern Asia.
The fruits are medium in size and red underlain by green. The flesh is white, tart and aromatic. The tree blooms heavily with white flowers in spring and the harvest starts in early fall. The apples store well in cold, humid conditions, if unbruised. They are almost exclusively eaten out-of-hand, appreciated for their crisp, tart flesh.
This is a medium-sized, moderately vigorous tree with a rounded to oval canopy. While it prefers full sun and well-drained soil, it will tolerate light shade and bouts of drought. For best fruit production, it must be vigorously pruned and maintained so sunlight reaches all parts of the tree. It is susceptible to apple scab, a leaf disease. The leaves are susceptible when wet. Sunlight helps by drying them. For small yards and limited space. plant a dwarf version of the tree.
Characteristics
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AHS Heat Zone
9 - 1
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USDA Hardiness Zone
3 - 8
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Plant Type
Fruit
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun, Partial Sun, Partial Shade
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Height
12'-25' / 3.7m - 7.6m
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Width
15'-25' / 4.6m - 7.6m
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Bloom Time
Early Spring, Spring
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Native To
Russia/Siberia, Western Asia
Growing Conditions
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Soil pH
Acidic, Neutral
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Soil Drainage
Well Drained
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Soil type
Clay, Loam, Sand
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Tolerances
Drought
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Growth Rate
Medium
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Water Requirements
Average Water
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Habit
Oval/Rounded
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Seasonal Interest
Spring, Fall
