Ard Cairn Russet apple
Malus domestica 'Ard Cairn Russet'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Ard Cairn Russet' apple (Malus domestica 'Ard Cairn Russet') is a tree for the food garden. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. It grows at a moderate rate and forms a dense shape. Bees visit its flowers in early to late spring. It is not self-fertile, so plant a second apple nearby for fruit.
Pairs well with Hazelnut, Wild geranium, and Magnus coneflower.