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Dorsett Golden Apple

Fruit tree

Malus domestica 'Dorsett Golden'

Overview
A unique apple variety specifically bred for warm climates, thriving where other apples fail in zones 8-10. This low-chill variety produces crisp, sweet apples with beautiful golden-yellow skin and can fruit in areas with mild winters. Originally developed in the Bahamas, it's perfect for southern gardeners who thought they couldn't grow apples.
Planting
Plant in late winter to early spring. Requires minimal winter chill hours (100-400). Benefits from cross-pollination with Anna apple.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: moderate. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 144" apart. Germination: N/A (grafted tree).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Codling moth, aphids, scale insects, fruit flies. Common diseases: Apple scab, powdery mildew, fire blight.