Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-7.

Mature Height:

15-20 ft

Mature Width:

15-20 ft

Sunlight:

Full (6-8 hours)

Spacing:

15-20 ft

Chill Hours:

1,000-1,200

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

Pale Pink-White

Harvest Time:

October

Years to Bear:

4-5 years

Pollinator:

Needed. Excellent compatibility with Honey crisp or Honeygold

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, CA, HI, PR

Apple Trees - Fireside

Malus domestica 'Fireside'
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-7.
$69.95
SKU: APPFIR05G
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Description

The Fireside Apple is a robust apple variety known for its crisp texture, sweet-tart flavor, and striking red skin with yellow undertones. These apples ripen in mid to late fall and are perfect for fresh eating, baking, and making applesauce or cider. Fireside apples are known for their rich, complex flavor that combines both sweet and tart notes, making them a favorite for a variety of culinary uses.

Key Features:

  • Sweet-Tart Flavor: A perfect balance of sweetness and tartness that makes it ideal for snacking and baking.

  • Crisp Texture: Firm, juicy flesh that holds up well in pies, crisps, and other baked goods.

  • Vibrant Skin: A beautiful red skin with yellow undertones, making it an attractive fruit for fresh eating.

  • Versatile Use: Great for fresh eating, making applesauce, baking, and cider-making.

  • Cold Hardy: Performs well in cooler climates, making it suitable for northern regions.

Mature Size:

  • Height: 15–20 feet

  • Spread: 15–20 feet

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:
Zones: 4–8

Chill Hours:
800–1,000 chill hours required for optimal fruiting.

Care Instructions:

  • Sunlight: Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting and flavor development.

  • Soil: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

  • Watering: Water deeply but infrequently, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged.

  • Pruning: Prune annually in winter to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.

  • Pollination: Requires cross-pollination with another apple variety for best fruit set.

Landscape Uses:

  • Ideal for home orchards, small gardens, or as a decorative tree in yards.

  • Great for fresh eating, baking, making applesauce, and cider-making.

  • Beautiful fruit adds ornamental value to your landscape.

With its rich flavor, firm texture, and reliable yield, the Fireside Apple is a great addition to any orchard or garden. Whether you're looking for an apple for fresh eating, baking, or making cider, Fireside apples will provide you with delicious fruit year after year.

More Information: Apple Growing Guide

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Shipping

At Plant Me Green we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care. We ship your plants using FedEx Ground® the following business day after you have completed checkout.

We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions. 

If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.

Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.
How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

The Fireside apple is a robust, cold-hardy variety that thrives in full sun and well-drained, moderately acidic soil. To promote healthy growth and abundant fruiting, water the tree regularly, especially during dry spells, but avoid waterlogged soil, as excessive moisture can lead to root issues. Pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain its shape and encourages better sunlight penetration and airflow, reducing the likelihood of disease. Fireside apple trees typically benefit from annual applications of a balanced fertilizer in early spring. This tree is resistant to colder climates, making it ideal for USDA zones 4–7, and it matures to a height of 15–20 feet with a broad, spreading canopy, perfect for those looking for a productive apple tree with beautiful, deep red fruit.

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