Malus domestica 'Jon-A-Red' Semidwarf

Jon-A-Red Semidwarf Apple

Malus domestica ‘Jon-A-Red’ is a semi-dwarf fruit tree grown for its bright red apples with crisp, juicy flesh and classic sweet-tart Jonathan flavor. This deciduous apple tree has a compact, rounded habit, white spring blossoms, and reliable mid-September fruit that is especially good for fresh eating, baking, applesauce, apple butter, and cider.

Type: Semi-dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 12–15' wide x 12–15' high
USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Form: Compact, rounded
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Loamy, well-drained soil / moderate, consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Mid spring / 1–2 weeks
Wildlife: Bees and other pollinators attracted to spring flowers.

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for home orchards and edible landscapes. Fruit ripens in mid-September and is known for its old-fashioned Jonathan flavor and good kitchen use. It is self-pollinating, though planting another apple nearby can improve yields.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation and well-drained soil. Water regularly during establishment and in dry periods. Prune annually in late winter to maintain structure and fruiting wood, and thin heavy crops for better fruit size and consistency.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

12-15'

Hardiness zones

5–8

Sunlight

Full Sun, Partial Shade

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Fruit color

Brown

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Loamy well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Compact, Rounded

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No