Malus domestica 'Mutsu' Semidwarf

Mutsu Semidwarf Apple

Malus domestica ‘Mutsu’ is a semi-dwarf fruit tree grown for its very large yellow-green apples with firm, crisp, juicy flesh and a sweet, mildly tart flavor. This deciduous apple tree has a rounded to slightly spreading habit, white spring blossoms, and late-season fruit that is excellent for fresh eating, baking, and storage. Also sold as ‘Crispin,’ it is valued for its size, keeping quality, and versatile kitchen use.

Type: Semi-dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 12–15' wide x 12–15' high
USDA Zones: 5a–8b
Form: Rounded, slightly spreading
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 mid to late fall and stores well. ‘Mutsu’ is a triploid apple, so it needs two other compatible apple varieties nearby for reliable pollination and fruit set, and it will not pollinate other apples.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Water regularly during establishment and during 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 production.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

12-15'

Hardiness zones

4–7

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Fruit color

Yellow Green

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Shape

Rounded, Spreading

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No