Laxton's Superb apple
Malus domestica 'Laxtons Superb'
USDA zones4 to 4
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
'Laxton's Superb' apple (Malus domestica 'Laxton's Superb') is a tree grown for fresh eating in 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. The firm, sweet fruit tastes best when you cut it into slices or wedges. Laxton Brothers Nursery bred it in 1897. Bees visit the spring blooms.
Pairs well with Plum, Juneberry, and Garlic chives.
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