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Fruit tree comparison - Novaspy
Apple tree
Novaspy

An improved form of Northern Spy, and an excellent all-round apple for northern areas.
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Growing


Apple tree
Novaspy
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Pollination group3
PloidyDiploid
Bearing regularityRegular
Fruit bearingPartial tip-bearer
WildlifeRHS Plants for Pollinators
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Using


Apple tree
Novaspy
Picking seasonLate
UsesEating fresh
Culinary
Juice
CroppingGood
Keeping (of fruit)3 months or more
Flavor style (apples)Sharper
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Disease resistance


Apple tree
Novaspy
General resistanceGood
FireblightVery resistant
ScabSome resistance
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Climate


Apple tree
Novaspy
Cold hardiness (USDA)(4) -30F / -34C
Summer maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
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Identification


Apple tree
Novaspy
Country of originCanada
Period of origin1950 - 1999
Fruit colorOrange / Red
Fruit sizeLarge
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