Cordon Apple trees are a good choice for restricted areas and a fence or wall. They can be grown at a 45degree angle, or upright. The rootstock we use for our cordon William Crump is M9 which is the best stock for cordon trees. Plant 60-80cm’s apart.
William Crump is thought to have originated in Worcestershire in the 1800’s. This old variety has recently received a new lease of life and is once again being planted in gardens and orchards. It is quite late and very well flavoured. Another Cox x Worcester cross.
William Crump cordon apple tree – Season:
Harvest late October, keeps until February, sometimes longer.
William Crump – appearance:
Medium to large green-yellow striped current red.
William Crump apple trees – flavour:
Like a pineapple flavoured Cox, mellows later. Plenty of juice.
Uses:
Primarily an apple for enjoying fresh.
Cropping & Growth
Vigorous, but upright so easily managed. A good cropper.
Wellington Apple Trees - Pollination: Pollination group ‘B’ partner with any varieties in the same or adjacent groups. Here are some suggested varieties:
Red Pippin
Redsleeves
Keswick Codlin
Sunset
Arthur Turner
Katy
Kidds Orange Red
