Stepover trees are used primarily for edging a border or pathway or to divide the kitche/vegetable garden. These very tiny trees are just 18” in height with two side laterals from the main stem forming a capital ‘T’ shape. The stepover tree is an ormamental addition to your garden and these trees are grown on the smallest avaailable rootstock, M27. Plant 120-150cm’s apart.
Court of Wick is a Somerset apple of considerable antiquity. Fruits are small with an intense flavour and this is a hardy tree that has been recommended for more exposed sites.
Court of Wick apple tree – Season:
Harvest from late September, usually stores until December.
Court of Wick – appearance:
Small, golden fruits flushed and mottled red, some russet patches.
Court of Wick apple trees – flavour:
Intense, juicy and fruity. Flesh is dense and crisp.
Uses:
For dessert use, also as a table apple.
Cropping & Growth
Hardy, vigorous, prolific. Good for the north and exposed positions.
Court of Wick - Pollination: Pollination group ‘B’ so pollinate with varieties in the same or adjacent groups.