An old American mid-season apple with bright red skin and crisp, juicy, tangy-sweet flesh that is good fresh or cooked. Reliable in cool districts and a useful pollinator for many other varieties.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Jonathan Apple
Botanically, Malus domestica 'Jonathan' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3.5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Jonathan Apple
Jonathan Apple suits cool-temperate and warm-temperate climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Jonathan Apple does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Jonathan Apple does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Check moisture below the mulch during establishment and water thoroughly when needed rather than following a rigid schedule.
Pruning & care
Prune Jonathan Apple after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Jonathan Apple in the garden
Jonathan Apple earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Combine Jonathan Apple with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Jonathan Apple
Plant Sale lists Jonathan Apple as bare-root stock, advanced specimens and potted plants. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
