Where do Wolf River apples grow?

state of Wisconsin
The Wolf River Apple tree grows in the state of Wisconsin and is well-known throughout that state for its culinary potential. The apple has a mild flavor as well as a gigantic size and the tree is just as imposing as the fruit. It’s truly a statement piece of an orchard as well as any home garden.

How long does it take for a Wolf River apple tree to bear fruit?

The tree will grow up to 23 feet (7 meters) and needs about 30 feet (9 meters) of space. It prefers full sun and soil that drains well. It will take about seven years to bear fruit, so be patient and make sure you have another variety of apple tree nearby for pollinating.

What are Wolf River apples good for?

The Wolf River apple is famously large in size, and excels as a cooking apple for pies and applesauce.

Does Wolf River apple need a pollinator?

Antique variety, originates from Wolf River, Wisconsin, circa 1870s. Cold-hardy. Ripens in late September. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety.

Are Wolf River apples good keepers?

The tree is exceptionally cold hardy and disease resistant. Fruit can be eaten fresh but its primary use is for cooking, as it holds its shape very well, and is also an excellent winter keeper….Wolf River Apple Tree.

Weight	5 lbs
Root Stock	Dwarf Rootstock, Semi-Dwarf Rootstock
size	20 Gallon, Bare Root

Are Wolf River apples good for apple butter?

Wolf River, with its mild, sweet flavor and ability to hold its shape when cooked, is indeed a wonderful pie apple but it really shines when turned into apple butter. Wolf River is a world-class apple butter apple and has long been cherished for the smooth, creamy apple butter it produces after hours of slow cooking.

What pollinates a Wolf River apple tree?

Blue Pearmain. An old-fashioned winter eating apple, with a strong sweet/sharp flavor.

What does a wolf river apple look like?

Wolf River apples have pale yellow skin almost covered with pale dull red. Soft, tender, creamy white flesh. Mostly used for baking and pies, but in the right climate on sandy soil it becomes a good dessert apple. Resistant to scab, mildew, fire blight and cedar apple rust.

Which apples make the best applesauce?

Since you’ll be cooking your apples down, your best apple picks for applesauce are softer varieties like Golden Delicious and Fuji. McIntosh has a tender flesh that easily breaks down when cooked, making it a great choice for sauce.

What’s the best apple to bake with?

The Best Apples for Baking

• Jonagold. Tart with a honeyed sweetness, Jonagolds hold up exceptionally well in the oven.
• Honeycrisp. This is our desert-island apple.
• Braeburn.
• Mutsu.
• Winesap.
• Pink Lady (or Cripps Pink)
• Now, let’s bake some apples!

Which apples do deer like best?

Some good apple tree varieties that work well for most of the country include Liberty, Enterprise, Dolgo, and Chestnut. Just make sure you find one that will be hardy to your specific planting zone.

What kind of apples does Mott’s use for applesauce?

The original, delicious treat, Mott’s No Sugar Added Applesauce Granny Apple is the perfect snack or meal companion. It’s an excellent source of Vitamin C and free of cholesterol and sodium. Try a six-pack of cups to share, or take a cup on the go!