{"product_id":"apple-scion-liberty","title":"Apple Scion, Liberty","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1jafsps\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003eApple Scion Wood – Liberty (Malus domestica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"49\" data-end=\"511\"\u003eLiberty is a modern disease-resistant apple developed by the New York State Agricultural Experiment Station and released in 1978. Bred from a cross involving Macoun and Purdue breeding lines, it was created to combine excellent fresh-eating quality with strong resistance to common apple diseases. The medium-sized fruit has deep red skin and crisp, juicy flesh with a bright sweet-tart flavor that makes it a favorite among home orchardists and organic growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12c7rhb\" data-start=\"513\" data-end=\"536\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"538\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eHighly disease-resistant orchard apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"580\" data-end=\"583\"\u003eLiberty was specifically bred for resistance to apple scab and shows good resistance to cedar apple rust and powdery mildew. This makes it one of the most reliable apples for growers who want to reduce spraying or maintain organic orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"825\" data-end=\"855\"\u003eCrisp, juicy dessert apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"858\"\u003eThe flesh is firm, juicy, and aromatic with a balanced sweet-tart flavor. Many growers compare the flavor to McIntosh-style apples but with better firmness and storage qualities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1260\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1038\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eReliable mid-season harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1069\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003eLiberty typically ripens in mid to late September. The fruit colors well and is produced in consistent crops, making it a dependable variety for both home orchards and small-scale growers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1476\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1262\" data-end=\"1310\"\u003eExcellent apple for fresh eating and cooking\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1310\" data-end=\"1313\"\u003eThe crisp flesh is excellent for fresh eating but also works well in pies, sauces, and cider. Its balanced acidity and sweetness make it a versatile kitchen apple.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1o2c85r\" data-start=\"1478\" data-end=\"1497\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1501\" data-end=\"1525\"\u003eType: Apple scion wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1528\" data-end=\"1546\"\u003eVariety: Liberty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1549\" data-end=\"1577\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eSoil requirements: Medium, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1630\" data-end=\"1654\"\u003eBloom time: Mid-season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1657\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003eBloom color: White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1757\"\u003eFruit qualities: Crisp juicy flesh; balanced sweet-tart flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1760\" data-end=\"1813\"\u003eFruit uses: Fresh eating, baking, applesauce, cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1816\" data-end=\"1849\"\u003eFruit ripening month: September\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1852\" data-end=\"1891\"\u003eRequired chill hours: ~800–1000 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003ePollination requirements: Requires a different apple variety for pollination. Good pollination partners include Golden Delicious, Gala, Fuji, Enterprise, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, and Gold Rush.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2118\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1bihd29\" data-start=\"2120\" data-end=\"2167\"\u003eImportant: What You Are Buying (Scion Wood)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2169\" data-end=\"2425\"\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=\"2427\" data-end=\"2668\"\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":47819099144451,"sku":"APSC-03","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/apple-scion-liberty","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}