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William's Pride Apple tree

Owner: Peter

Location:  Bridgetown, NOVA SCOTIA, Canada

Age:Planted in about
Soil:mostly clay 
Climate at this location:a moderate Canadian east coast climate
Pruning:yes
Tree form:Central leader (widest at bottom)
Height:Up to 6ft / 2m
Cropping:Light crops
Growth:This tree grows fairly well here
Herbicides:Un-treated
Pesticides:Chemical treatments
Local pests:some worms

Owner's comments

This is a dwarf variety, one of 3 dwarf varieties in our residential back yard. This year (2012) the climate was hot and dry, the crop was limited to a dozen or so apples, each 2" in diameter and less. They ripened late July/early August, a deep purple/red colour. Sweet and crunchy to eat.

Season records for this tree

  • 2012

    Spring blossom: 7 May
    Harvest: 1st week August
    early blossoms, hot & dry summer