Apple tree-Nova mac

Novamac apples were introduced in 1978 and developed at the AAFC Kentville  Research and Development Centre in Nova Scotia.

Novamac is similar to McIntosh but ripens a little earlier. This apple has a deep red skin and crisp white flesh with a sweet tang. Used for both fresh eating and cooking.

Canadian Hardiness Zone: 4  & ripens early to mid September depending on your location.

Soil type & location: Deep clay loam or sandy loam in a well drained site and sunny location

Growth Habits and Disease Resistance: Bred for the organic gardener with dependable yields. Grafted onto hardy dwarf rootstock.  Resistant to canker, mildew, and fire blight, and very resistant to scab and cedar rust. 

Pollination: Requires a pollinator of a different apple variety that blooms around the same time. This variety flowers LATE.

Storage: Apples keep a few months when stored in cool AND humid conditions such as a cellar or refrigerator.

Size including roots: 1 year grade 100-200 cm whip

NOTE: Apple trees cannot be shipped to B.C.

1 grafted whip $125.95

Available: Spring April 2023