Malus domestica 'Newton Pippin' Semidwarf

Newton Pippin Apple

Malus domestica ‘Newton Pippin’ is a semi-dwarf fruit tree grown for its large yellow-green apples with firm, crisp flesh and a rich sweet-tart, aromatic flavor that often improves after storage. This heirloom apple tree has a rounded to somewhat spreading habit, pale pink-white spring blossoms, and late-season fruit that is especially valued for fresh eating, baking, juice, and cider. It is also commonly sold as ‘Newtown Pippin’ or ‘Yellow Newtown’ and traces back to New York in the 1700s. 

Type: Semi-dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 10–15' wide x 12–16' high
USDA Zones: 5a–9b
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 October to November, stores very well, and is often considered best after several weeks to a couple of months in storage. It is widely praised as a high-quality dessert, cooking, and cider apple. Pollination information varies by grower, but planting it with another compatible mid-season apple nearby is the safest choice for reliable fruit set. 

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 support consistent production. Space about 12–16 feet apart on semi-dwarf rootstock. 

 

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-16'

Width

10-15'

Hardiness zones

5–9

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Mid Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Attracts

Bees, Birds

Soil

Moist well-drained, Rich

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Rounded, Spreading

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No