Malus domestica 'Macoun' Dwarf

Macoun Dwarf Apple

Malus domestica ‘Macoun’ is a dwarf fruit tree grown for its medium to large red apples with very crisp, juicy white flesh and a rich sweet-tart flavor. This deciduous apple tree has an upright to rounded habit, white spring blossoms, and midseason fruit that is especially valued for fresh eating, desserts, and sauce. It is an heirloom cultivar introduced in New York and is often praised for excellent flavor, though it can be somewhat prone to common apple diseases in some regions.

Type: Dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 8–10' wide x 8–10' high
USDA Zones: 4a–8b
Form: Upright, rounded
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Fertile, 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 typically ripens in September to early October and is best for fresh use because of its outstanding texture and flavor. Plant with another compatible apple nearby for pollination and fruit set. Macoun is often noted as resistant to cedar apple rust, but it may be susceptible to scab and fire blight depending on climate and site conditions.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Water regularly during establishment and dry periods. Prune annually in late winter to maintain structure and fruiting wood, and thin heavy crops to improve fruit size and help support more consistent yearly production.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

8-10'

Width

8-10'

Hardiness zones

4–8

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Fruit color

Amaranth

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Rounded, Upright

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No