Fruit trees

'Haralson' Apple Tree

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Hardiness Zone 4–8

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Family Rosaceae

Malus domestica 'Haralson' is an iconic hardy apple tree, particularly suited to cold climates like Quebec thanks to its winter hardiness and reliable yield. It produces firm, tart, and juicy apples, often described as excellent for fresh eating, baking, pies, and cider, with a well-balanced flavor that holds up well after harvest. This cultivar is distinguished by a generous spring white bloom that attracts bees and pollinators, while also adding ornamental appeal to the garden. The tree's rounded and vigorous habit makes it an excellent choice for residential orchards, edible gardens, or sunny landscape plantings. Easy to grow in full sun in well-drained soil, 'Haralson' combines hardiness, consistent production, and fruit quality, making it very popular with enthusiasts of sustainable fruit trees.

Malus domestica 'Haralson'

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite (spring)
Foliage colorGreen
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingRed striped apples, firm, tart and juicy, excellent for cooking, pies and cider
Maximum height3.5–5 m (11–16 ft)
Maximum width3.5–5 m (11–16 ft)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneZone 4–8
Minimum temperature-34°C

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies