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Fruit tree comparisons


Fruit tree comparison - Wealthy
Apple tree
Wealthy

Wealthy is a dual-purpose apple, with an excellent reputation for cold-hardiness.
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Growing


Apple tree
Wealthy
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Pollination group3
Pollinating othersAverage
PloidyDiploid
Bearing regularityRegular
Fruit bearingSpur-bearer
WildlifeRHS Plants for Pollinators
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Using


Apple tree
Wealthy
Picking seasonVery late
UsesEating fresh
CroppingGood
Keeping (of fruit)2-3 weeks
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Disease resistance


Apple tree
Wealthy
General resistancePoor
FireblightSome susceptibility
ScabSome susceptibility
Cedar apple rustVery susceptible
MildewSome susceptibility
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Climate


Apple tree
Wealthy
Cold hardiness (USDA)(4) -30F / -34C
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Identification


Apple tree
Wealthy
Country of originUnited States
Period of origin1850 - 1899
Fruit colorOrange / Red
Red
Fruit sizeAverage
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