Malus domestica 'Boskoop Red' (Apple 'Boskoop Red')

Cultivation

Plant in moderately fertile, moist, free-draining soil in full sun, although it will tolerate partial shade. Keep a clear area around the trunk of at least 60cm radius. Requires another apple for flower pollination.

Suggested uses

Containers/Patio, Architectural, Cottage/Informal, City, Flavouring food and drinks

UK hardiness

H6

USDA zones

Zone 5, Zone 6, Zone 7, Zone 8

Sunset zone

1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24

WUCOLS

North-Central Coastal = Unknown
Central Valley = Unknown
South Coastal = Unknown
South Inland = Unknown
High and Intermediate Desert = Unknown
Low Desert = Unknown

Foliage

Deciduous

Native to

Garden origin

Drought tolerant

No

Flood tolerant

No

Fragrance

Flowers are scented in spring.

Toxicity

Not toxic