Otterson Apple Trees

The Otterson is a cross between the Fameuse x Niedzwetzkyana (the ancestor of almost all modern red fleshed apples). A very tart red fleshed crabapple. It is primarily used as an ornamental tree with cider making potential. It produces a highly astringent yet red color juice when squeezed and is best blended with other juices. The tree is disease resistant and a vigorous grower. Very similar to Dolgo in shape and color. The lineage of this tree makes it very cold hardy.  USDA Zone: 4-8 Mature Height: MM106 15-17' Tall; Semi-Dwarf Sun: Full Sun Bloom Group: 3 Mid Season Pollination: Required Ripen/Harvest Time MM106 Rootstock Characteristics As of July 20, 2025, we have ceased shipping bare root trees for the Spring 2025 Season. We will resume shipping bare root trees in November of 2025. We will assume all bare root trees order, unless otherwise stated in the product description, will ship in November. Please order accordingly.