{"product_id":"apple-scion-early-harvest","title":"Apple Scion, Early Harvest","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"v0vdma\" data-start=\"3721\" data-end=\"3773\"\u003eApple Scion Wood – Early Harvest (Malus domestica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3775\" data-end=\"4161\"\u003eEarly Harvest is a classic American summer apple that has been grown in orchards since the early 1800s. Known for its pale yellow fruit and early ripening season, it was historically valued by homesteaders as one of the first apples ready to harvest each year. The tender white flesh has a lively tart flavor that makes it especially useful for cooking, sauces, and fresh summer eating.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"69v8bg\" data-start=\"4163\" data-end=\"4185\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4430\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4187\" data-end=\"4218\"\u003eHistoric early-season apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4218\" data-end=\"4221\"\u003eEarly Harvest was widely planted in early American orchards because it ripens well before most other varieties. This made it a valuable apple for families who relied on fresh fruit early in the growing season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4432\" data-end=\"4647\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4432\" data-end=\"4455\"\u003eBright, tart flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4455\" data-end=\"4458\"\u003eThe fruit has tender white flesh with a refreshing tartness. While it can be eaten fresh, the lively acidity makes it particularly well suited for applesauce, pies, and other cooked dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4854\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4649\" data-end=\"4676\"\u003eReliable summer harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4676\" data-end=\"4679\"\u003eEarly Harvest apples typically ripen in June or July depending on climate. Because they mature early, they provide fruit well before most fall apple varieties begin producing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4856\" data-end=\"5090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"4856\" data-end=\"4883\"\u003eExcellent cooking apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"4883\" data-end=\"4886\"\u003eThe fruit cooks down easily into a smooth applesauce and retains bright flavor in pies and preserves. For generations it has been considered one of the best apples for early-season baking and kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"5092\" data-end=\"5110\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5114\" data-end=\"5138\"\u003eType: Apple scion wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5141\" data-end=\"5165\"\u003eVariety: Early Harvest\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5168\" data-end=\"5196\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5199\" data-end=\"5246\"\u003eSoil requirements: Medium, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5249\" data-end=\"5275\"\u003eBloom time: Early season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5278\" data-end=\"5311\"\u003eBloom color: White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5314\" data-end=\"5375\"\u003eFruit qualities: Tender white flesh; tart refreshing flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5378\" data-end=\"5431\"\u003eFruit uses: Applesauce, pies, cooking, fresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5434\" data-end=\"5467\"\u003eFruit ripening month: June–July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5470\" data-end=\"5508\"\u003eRequired chill hours: ~700–900 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5511\" data-end=\"5705\"\u003ePollination requirements: Requires a different apple variety for pollination. Good pollination partners include Liberty, Gala, Fuji, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, Enterprise, and Granny Smith.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"5708\" data-end=\"5733\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13a074y\" data-start=\"5735\" data-end=\"5781\"\u003eImportant: What You Are Buying (Scion Wood)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5783\" data-end=\"6039\"\u003eThis product is apple scion wood, which is a dormant cutting taken from a mature tree during winter. It is essentially a stick with no roots and will not grow on its own. In order to grow a tree, the scion must be grafted onto a compatible apple rootstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6041\" data-end=\"6282\"\u003eGrafting allows growers to combine the fruiting variety with a root system that controls tree size, vigor, and adaptability. If you are planning to graft this season, check out our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/collections\/fruit-tree-rootstock-bare-roots\" title=\"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/collections\/fruit-tree-rootstock-bare-roots\"\u003eselection of apple rootstocks\u003c\/a\u003e and build your own apple tree.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Greenheart Farm","offers":[{"title":"Apple Scion","offer_id":47819101569283,"sku":"APSC-05","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/apple-scion-early-harvest","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}