Malus domestica 'Enterprise' Dwarf

Enterprise Dwarf Apple

Malus domestica ‘Enterprise’ is a dwarf fruit tree grown for its large, deep red apples with firm, crisp, juicy flesh and a balanced tart-sweet flavor. This deciduous apple tree has a vigorous, somewhat spreading habit, blooms in mid to late spring, and is especially valued for its excellent disease resistance, long storage life, and dependable productivity. Fruit ripens in early to late October depending on climate and is good for fresh eating, baking, sauces, and storage.

Type: Dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 8–10' wide x 8–12' high
USDA Zones: 4a–7b
Form: Upright to spreading
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Fertile, well-drained soil / moderate, consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Mid to late spring / about 1–2 weeks
Wildlife: Flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects.

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for home orchards and edible landscapes where disease resistance is a priority. ‘Enterprise’ is noted for strong resistance to apple scab and very good resistance to fire blight, cedar apple rust, and powdery mildew. The apples keep well in storage, and flavor often improves after harvest. A different apple variety nearby is needed for cross-pollination and best fruit set.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Water regularly during establishment and in dry periods. Prune annually in late winter to maintain structure and fruiting wood, and thin heavy crops to improve fruit size and reduce branch stress. 

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

15'

Width

15'-25'

Hardiness zones

4–7

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Late Spring, Spring

Flower color

Pink

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Birds, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No