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Liberty Apple

Fruit tree

Malus domestica 'Liberty'

Overview
A disease-resistant apple variety bred specifically for organic and low-spray growing, making it perfect for home gardeners who want beautiful apples without intensive pest management. This medium-sized red apple offers excellent eating quality with crisp, juicy flesh and a well-balanced sweet-tart flavor reminiscent of McIntosh. Liberty trees are vigorous, productive, and their outstanding resistance to major apple diseases makes them one of the best choices for sustainable home orcharding.
Planting
Plant grafted trees in early spring. Self-fertile but benefits from cross-pollination for better crops.
Growing
Sun: partial. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 180" apart. Germination: 30-60 days from seed (grafted trees recommended).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Codling moth, apple maggot, aphids (generally fewer pest issues). Common diseases: Highly resistant to major apple diseases, occasional minor leaf spot.