Malus domestica 'Golden Delicious'

Golden Delicious Apple

Malus domestica ‘Golden Delicious’ is a deciduous fruit tree grown for its crisp, juicy, sweet apples that ripen from pale green to rich yellow-gold. It has a rounded to spreading habit, pink buds that open to white spring flowers, and reliable fruit valued for fresh eating, baking, sauce, and cider. ‘Golden Delicious’ is also known as a good pollenizer for many other apple varieties.

Type: Fruit tree
Mature Size: 15–20' wide x 15–20' high
USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Rounded, spreading
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Fertile, well-drained soil / moderate, consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Spring / about 1–2 weeks
Wildlife: Flowers attract bees and other pollinating insects; fruit may also attract birds.

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for home orchards and edible landscapes. Fruit is usually harvested in late September to early October and is prized for its sweet flavor, crisp texture, and versatility in the kitchen. This variety is often considered partially self-fruitful, but production is generally better with a compatible pollinator nearby.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Water regularly during establishment and during dry spells. Prune annually in late winter to maintain structure and fruiting wood, and thin heavy crops so the fruit develops better size, color, and flavor.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

15-20'

Width

15-20'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Fruit color

Jasmine

Attracts

Bees, Birds, Butterflies

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Rounded, Spreading

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No