Saint Martin cider apple trees

Saint Martin cider apple trees for sale

Pre-order for delivery in spring 2027

• Dwarf, 1-year bare-root tree $39.95 Mature height: 6ft-9ft after 10 years
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All about Saint Martin cider apple trees

Saint Martin is a versatile French heirloom apple often grown in traditional French ochards.  It is relished for its aromatic flavour which is primarily sweet but balanced with just a hint of sharpness.

As well as being an excellent variety for eating fresh, Saint Martin is also used for baking in pies and tarts as the firm texture of the slices hold their shape well.

The apples are small to medium size, and usually a dull-red colour.

The versatile nature of the Saint Martin means it is also used in cider production, being packed full of juice with a well-balanced sugar content.

How to grow

Saint Martin does best in well-drained soils.

Advice on fruit tree pollination.

History

The Saint Martin apple is thought to have originated in France, possibly in the cider-producing region of Normandy (Pays d'Auge). It is possibly named after Saint Martin of Tours. 

Saint Martin characteristics

• What level of gardening skill is needed to grow Saint Martin?Average
• Is Saint Martin self-fertile?Not self-fertile
• What flowering group is Saint Martin?3
• Is Saint Martin good for pollinating others?Average
• UsesEating freshCulinaryJuiceHard ciderDual purpose
• What is the overall disease resistance of Saint Martin?Average
• How resistant is Saint Martin to fire blight?Some susceptibility
• How resistant is Saint Martin to canker?Some susceptibility
• Is Saint Martin resistant to scab?Some susceptibility
• Is Saint Martin resistant to powdery mildew?Some resistance
• Where does Saint Martin originate from?France
• When was Saint Martin first introduced?1800 - 1849
• Flesh colorCream
• Fruit colorRed - darkRussetYellow / Red