Gravenstein Apple

  USDA Certified Organic Gravenstein apple trees require no introduction in Northern California where it has long been the premium variety. The Gravenstein apple tree was discovered in 1669 as a chance seedling in Denmark. The Gravenstein apple tree was introduced to California in the early 19th century, perhaps by Russian fur traders, who are said to have planted a tree at Fort Ross in 1811. Gravenstein apples are medium to large, skin thin, tender, greenish-yellow with broken stripes of red. Flesh firm, crisp, juicy, tart. Good for eating fresh, and one of the best apples for pies, sauce and juice. A few apple varieties for pollination are the Red Astrachan and/or the Jonathan. Also consider Winterstein which is a later ripening Gravenstein apple. Triploid. Please see below for further information on our organically grown Gravenstein apple trees for sale. Considerations for Gravenstein Apple  USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 Low Chill: Yes Heirloom: Yes Uses:  Fresh eating, sauces, pies