Ellis Bitter Apple Tree

  USDA Certified Organic The Ellis Bitter apple tree is strictly for cider. The apple is a medium 'bittersweet', with low levels of acid and tannins. The skin is yellow and waxy with an orange-red striped flush, and russetted lenticels.  The fruit is medium-sized and conical, with a slightly flattened shape.  Please see below for further information on our organically grown Ellis Bitter apple trees for sale. Considerations for Ellis Bitter Apple Tree USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9Heirloom: YesUses:  Hard cider Harvest Period: MidseasonBloom Period: LatePollination Requirement: Requires different variety with same bloom periodOrigin Date: England 1800's Disease resistance: GoodStorage: Few WeeksRootstock: MM 111 (semi-dwarf)Years to Bear: 2-4 yearsRecommended Spacing: 12-16 ft.Mature Size: 12-16 ft.Water Requirements: 12-15 gallons per week May through Sept. [TABS] Size of tree Our trees range in height from 4-8 ft. in our field and trimmed to 4 to 5 ft. when shipped. Our young two year tree