King of Tompkins County apple
Malus domestica 'King of Tompkins County'
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Fast
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'King of Tompkins County' apple (Malus domestica 'King of Tompkins County') 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 is grown for culinary use and juice, and the fruit keeps for 1 to 2 months. Bees visit the spring blooms. Plant a second apple nearby, since this tree is not self-fertile.
Pairs well with High-bush blueberry, Magnus coneflower, and Prairie dropseed.