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Fruit tree comparisons


Fruit tree comparison - Rhode Island Greening
Apple tree
Rhode Island Greening
Fruit tree comparison - Anna
Apple tree
Anna
Cherry trees
Balaton

Rhode Island Greening is a well-regarded American heirloom variety, particularly good for cooking.Anna is the go-to apple apple variety for growers in low-chill climates - if you are in southern California, or the southern states, Anna is a good choice.A late-season tart cherry, great for pies and jams, with a sweet tangy flavor and high sugar content - can also be eaten out of hand.
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Growing


Apple tree
Rhode Island Greening
Apple tree
Anna
Cherry trees
Balaton
Gardening skillAverage
Average
Beginner
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Partially self-fertile
Self-fertile
Pollination group3
1
5
Pollinating othersPoor
Average
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Using


Apple tree
Rhode Island Greening
Apple tree
Anna
Cherry trees
Balaton
Picking seasonLate
Very early
Late
UsesCulinary
Traditional cooker
Eating fresh
Keeping (of fruit)3 months or more
1 week
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Disease resistance


Apple tree
Rhode Island Greening
Apple tree
Anna
Cherry trees
Balaton
General resistanceAverage
Average
Average
FireblightVery susceptible
Cedar apple rustSome susceptibility
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Climate


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


Apple tree
Rhode Island Greening
Apple tree
Anna
Cherry trees
Balaton
Country of originUnited States
Israel
Hungary
Period of origin1650 - 1699
1950 - 1999
1950 - 1999
Fruit colorGreen
Green - light
Green / Red
Red
Red - dark
Flesh colourCream
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