{"product_id":"apple-scion-ginger-gold","title":"Apple Scion, Ginger Gold","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1x6w1bi\" data-start=\"6919\" data-end=\"6969\"\u003eApple Scion Wood – Ginger Gold (Malus domestica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6971\" data-end=\"7308\"\u003eGinger Gold is a modern American apple discovered in Virginia in the 1960s and believed to be a seedling of Golden Delicious. It produces smooth golden fruit with crisp, juicy flesh and a mild sweet flavor. Because it ripens early in the season and maintains good texture, it has become a popular apple for both fresh eating and cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"69v8bg\" data-start=\"7310\" data-end=\"7332\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7334\" data-end=\"7543\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7334\" data-end=\"7363\"\u003eEarly-season golden apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7363\" data-end=\"7366\"\u003eGinger Gold ripens in late summer, often weeks before many other apples are ready. This makes it a valuable variety for growers seeking fresh apples early in the harvest season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7545\" data-end=\"7739\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7545\" data-end=\"7573\"\u003eCrisp, mild sweet flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7573\" data-end=\"7576\"\u003eThe pale yellow flesh is crisp, juicy, and refreshing with a gentle sweetness. Its balanced flavor makes it enjoyable fresh while still holding up well in cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7741\" data-end=\"7947\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7741\" data-end=\"7768\"\u003eVersatile kitchen apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7768\" data-end=\"7771\"\u003eUnlike many early apples that become soft when cooked, Ginger Gold maintains good structure. This makes it useful for pies, applesauce, and other recipes where texture matters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"7949\" data-end=\"8164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"7949\" data-end=\"7979\"\u003eReliable orchard performer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"7979\" data-end=\"7982\"\u003eGinger Gold trees are known for consistent production and good fruit quality. Its early harvest helps extend the overall apple season when planted alongside later-ripening varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"8166\" data-end=\"8184\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8188\" data-end=\"8212\"\u003eType: Apple scion wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8215\" data-end=\"8237\"\u003eVariety: Ginger Gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8240\" data-end=\"8268\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8271\" data-end=\"8318\"\u003eSoil requirements: Medium, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8321\" data-end=\"8345\"\u003eBloom time: Mid-season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8348\" data-end=\"8381\"\u003eBloom color: White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8384\" data-end=\"8439\"\u003eFruit qualities: Crisp juicy flesh; mild sweet flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8442\" data-end=\"8497\"\u003eFruit uses: Fresh eating, baking, applesauce, cooking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8500\" data-end=\"8530\"\u003eFruit ripening month: August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8533\" data-end=\"8571\"\u003eRequired chill hours: ~700–900 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8574\" data-end=\"8768\"\u003ePollination requirements: Requires a different apple variety for pollination. Good pollination partners include Gala, Fuji, Liberty, Golden Delicious, Honeycrisp, Enterprise, and Granny Smith.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"8771\" data-end=\"8796\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13a074y\" data-start=\"8798\" data-end=\"8844\"\u003eImportant: What You Are Buying (Scion Wood)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"8846\" data-end=\"9102\"\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=\"9104\" data-end=\"9345\"\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\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/collections\/fruit-tree-rootstock-bare-roots\" rel=\"noopener\"\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":47819100782851,"sku":"APSC-04","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/apple-scion-ginger-gold","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}