{"product_id":"apple-scion-red-june","title":"Apple Scion, Red June","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"2fphei\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"48\"\u003eApple Scion Wood – Red June (Malus domestica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"50\" data-end=\"441\"\u003eRed June is an old American summer apple that has been grown in orchards since the early 1800s. As its name suggests, it ripens early in the season, often producing fruit in June in warmer climates. The medium-sized apples develop a bright red skin and crisp white flesh with a refreshing sweet-tart flavor, making it one of the earliest apples available for fresh eating and summer cooking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12c7rhb\" data-start=\"443\" data-end=\"466\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"728\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"468\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eHistoric early-season heirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"502\" data-end=\"505\"\u003eRed June was widely planted in traditional American farm orchards because it ripened well before most other apples. This early harvest made it an important fruit for households eager for fresh apples at the start of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"956\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"730\" data-end=\"759\"\u003eBright, refreshing flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"759\" data-end=\"762\"\u003eThe flesh is firm, crisp, and juicy with a lively balance of sweetness and acidity. The flavor is refreshing and slightly tart, making it pleasant for fresh eating during the warm summer months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"984\"\u003eReliable early harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"987\"\u003eThis variety typically ripens in June or early July depending on climate. Its early maturity allows growers to enjoy fresh apples long before the main fall apple harvest begins.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1378\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1166\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003eGood for fresh eating and kitchen use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1207\" data-end=\"1210\"\u003eRed June apples are commonly eaten fresh but can also be used for applesauce, baking, and preserves. Their bright flavor works well in traditional summer apple recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"1380\" data-end=\"1398\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1402\" data-end=\"1426\"\u003eType: Apple scion wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1429\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eVariety: Red June\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1451\" data-end=\"1479\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1482\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003eSoil requirements: Medium, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1558\"\u003eBloom time: Early season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1561\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eBloom color: White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1597\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eFruit qualities: Crisp white flesh; refreshing sweet-tart flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1723\"\u003eFruit uses: Fresh eating, applesauce, baking, preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1726\" data-end=\"1759\"\u003eFruit ripening month: June–July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1762\" data-end=\"1800\"\u003eRequired chill hours: ~700–900 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1803\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003ePollination requirements: Requires a different apple variety for pollination. Good pollination partners include Golden Delicious, Gala, Fuji, Liberty, Enterprise, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2025\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13a074y\" data-start=\"2027\" data-end=\"2073\"\u003eImportant: What You Are Buying (Scion Wood)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2075\" data-end=\"2331\"\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=\"2333\" data-end=\"2574\"\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":47819102617859,"sku":"APSC-06","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/apple-scion-red-june","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}