USDA Certified Organic

Kidd's Orange Red apples are arguably my favorite apple from the orchard most seasons. Developed by J.H. Kidd of New Zealand in 1924, who also developed the Gala. Kidd's Orange Red apples have a  pink, crimson flush, some stripes over pale yellow skin with russet dots. The Kidds Orange Red apples are medium size, conic, slightly ribbed, hybrid of Cox Orange Pippin.  The flesh is compact and fine grained. Rich balance of sugar, acidity and aromatics, with a hint of violets. Displays some resistance to fireblight and scab making it a good choice for the south. Also performs well is hot interior climates.  The Kidd's Orange Red apple tree has a vigorous spreading habit. Please see below for further information on our organically grown Kidds Orange Red apple trees for sale.

Considerations for Kidd's Orange Red  

USDA Zone:  5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Heirloom: Yes

Uses: Cider, Cooking / Sauces, Fresh Eating

Harvest Period: Late

Bloom Period: Midseason

Pollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom period

Origin Date: New Zealand 1924

Storage: 1-2 months

Disease Resistance: Excellent

Rootstock: MM 111 (semi-dwarf)

Years to Bear: 2-4 years

Recommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.

Mature Size: 12-16 ft.

Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft.

Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept.

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Size of tree

Our trees range in height from 4-8 ft. in our field and trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped. Our young two year trees are most often feathered (side limbs). The trees diameter (caliper) is often 1/2 to 3/4 inch; *As noted by University of California Scientists and other qualified professionals the most successful trees often have caliper from 1/2" to 5/8" and usually establish faster than smaller and larger planting stock. .

Pruning tip

Basic idea for Pruning: Most fruit trees should be pruned in frost-free periods mid to late winter. (apricots best after bud break) Remove most vertical branches and shorten side branches. Fruiting wood is best on horizontal to 45 degree limbs. Learn more...

Shipping information

Shipping Note: Our fruit trees and berries are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive since UPS/Fed Ex charge a dimensional weight and an additional handling fee to ship a tree. You'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees,vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits.

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