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Apple trees
Mutsu

Mutsu (or Crispin) is a high quality apple from Japan, with a good flavor, and also sharp enough for cooking.
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Growing


Apple trees
Mutsu
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Pollination group3
Pollinating othersPoor
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Using


Apple trees
Mutsu
Picking seasonLate
UsesEating fresh
Culinary
Dual purpose
Juice
Keeping (of fruit)3 months or more
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Disease resistance


Apple trees
Mutsu
General resistancePoor
FireblightSome susceptibility
ScabSome susceptibility
Cedar apple rustSome susceptibility
MildewSome resistance
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Climate


Apple trees
Mutsu
Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 5 (-29C)
Summer maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
Hot (>30C / 86F)
Chill requirementLow-chill
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Identification


Apple trees
Mutsu
Country of originJapan
Period of origin1900 - 1949
Fruit colorGreen
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