Apple, Yellow Delicious

Tree Care:

Planting: Sunny spot, well-draining soil, proper spacing, correct planting depth.

Watering: Keep soil consistently moist with deep watering (1-2 inches per week).

Pruning: Trim in late winter, remove dead/diseased branches, maintain open canopy.

Fertilizing: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring; avoid over-fertilizing.

Mulching: Organic mulch around the base, away from the trunk.

Pest/Disease: Regularly check for issues, apply controls as needed, maintain sanitation.

Thinning: Space fruit during growing season for larger, healthier apples.

Harvesting: Pick when firm, yellow-green to golden, sweet with a slightly tart flavor in late summer to early fall.

Tree Description:

Size/Shape: Medium-sized tree with a spreading canopy.

- Leaves: Medium-sized, oval-shaped, dark green leaves.

- Flowers: Small, white to pale pink blossoms in spring.

- Fruit: Medium-sized apples with golden-yellow skin, sweet and mild flavor, versatile for fresh eating, baking, and cooking.

- Hardiness: Generally adaptable to various climates.

- Harvest: Ready for picking in late summer to early fall, prized for its sweet and versatile nature.

Fruit Description:

Fruit:
- Yellow Delicious apples are typically medium to large in size.
- They have a round to slightly elongated shape.
- The skin is a bright yellow or golden color.
- The flesh is creamy white, firm, and juicy.
- They offer a sweet and mildly tart flavor with a pleasant aroma.

Culinary Use:
- Yellow Delicious Apples are excellent for fresh eating and snacking.
- They are known for their sweet and refreshing taste.
- They can also be used in salads, desserts, and making applesauce, but they are primarily valued as a fresh apple.