Malus domestica 'Empire'
Semi-Dwarf Apple
![Malus domestica 'Empire' Semi-Dwarf Apple from Moose Crossing Garden Center](_ccLib/image/plants/DETA-2912.jpg)
Image courtesy of Hollybrook Orchards
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- A cross of Mcintosh and Delicious that is said to have the best of both varieties
- Fruit remains on the tree longer than most apples
- Good disease resistance
- Bears fruit at a fairly young age.
![Edible](image/chars/char-93.png)
Edible
![Full Sun](image/chars/char-1.png)
Full Sun
![Partial Sun](image/chars/char-2.png)
Partial Sun
![Spring](image/chars/char-39.png)
Spring
![Attracts Pollinators](image/chars/char-141.png)
Attracts Pollinators
![Moist, Well-Drained](image/chars/char-118.png)
Moist, Well-Drained
Interesting Notes about Semi-Dwarf Apple:
Use this fruit for fresh eating, sauces or pies
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Requires pollinator
Prune in late winter
Height: 12-15 ft
Spread: 12-15 ft
Price Level 1: $89.99~#7
Bloom Color: White
Zone: 4
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Edible
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained