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Fruit tree comparison - Black Oxford
Apple tree
Black Oxford

A good quality hardy traditional New England apple which keeps well.
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Growing


Apple tree
Black Oxford
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Pollination group4
Pollinating othersAverage
PloidyDiploid
Fruit bearingSpur-bearer
WildlifeRHS Plants for Pollinators
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Using


Apple tree
Black Oxford
Picking seasonLate
UsesEating fresh
Culinary
Juice
CroppingLight
Keeping (of fruit)3 months or more
Flavor style (apples)Sweet/Sharp
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Disease resistance


Apple tree
Black Oxford
General resistanceGood
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Climate


Apple tree
Black Oxford
Cold hardiness (USDA)(3) -40F / -40C
(4) -30F / -34C
(5) -20F / -29C
(6) -10F / -23C
(7) 0F / -18C
(8) 10F / -12C
(9) 20F / -7C
(10) 30F / -1C
Summer maximum temperaturesCold (< 20C / 67F)
Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
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Identification


Apple tree
Black Oxford
Country of originUnited States
Period of origin1750 - 1799
Fruit colorCrimson
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