{"product_id":"apple-scion-virginia-beauty","title":"Apple Scion, Virginia Beauty","description":"\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1ujadxi\" data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"55\"\u003eApple Scion Wood – Virginia Beauty (Malus domestica)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"57\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eVirginia Beauty is a historic American heirloom apple believed to have originated in Virginia during the early 1800s. The variety became well known in Appalachian orchards for its attractive deep red fruit and dependable late-season harvest. The apples have firm yellow flesh with a balanced sweet-tart flavor that improves after a short period of storage, making it a valued apple for both fresh eating and traditional kitchen use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"12c7rhb\" data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"514\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"741\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"516\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eHistoric Appalachian heirloom\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"549\" data-end=\"552\"\u003eVirginia Beauty was widely grown in Virginia and neighboring states during the 19th century. It became a favorite in regional orchards because of its reliable harvests and attractive fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"769\"\u003eRich sweet-tart flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"769\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eThe firm yellow flesh offers a pleasant balance of sweetness and acidity. When freshly harvested the flavor is bright and refreshing, and after a short storage period it develops deeper sweetness and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1183\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"985\" data-end=\"1014\"\u003eLate-season harvest apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1014\" data-end=\"1017\"\u003eVirginia Beauty typically ripens in mid to late autumn. As a later-season apple, it helps extend the harvest season when planted alongside earlier ripening varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1224\"\u003eVersatile kitchen and dessert apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1224\" data-end=\"1227\"\u003eThe firm texture allows Virginia Beauty to perform well in pies, baking, and cooking. It is also enjoyed fresh and can contribute good flavor to traditional cider blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"189qedo\" data-start=\"1399\" data-end=\"1417\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1445\"\u003eType: Apple scion wood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1448\" data-end=\"1474\"\u003eVariety: Virginia Beauty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1477\" data-end=\"1505\"\u003eSun requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1508\" data-end=\"1555\"\u003eSoil requirements: Medium, well-drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1582\"\u003eBloom time: Mid-season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1585\" data-end=\"1618\"\u003eBloom color: White to pale pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1621\" data-end=\"1685\"\u003eFruit qualities: Firm yellow flesh; balanced sweet-tart flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1688\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003eFruit uses: Fresh eating, baking, cooking, cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1741\" data-end=\"1772\"\u003eFruit ripening month: October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1775\" data-end=\"1814\"\u003eRequired chill hours: ~800–1000 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1817\" data-end=\"2011\"\u003ePollination requirements: Requires a different apple variety for pollination. Good pollination partners include Golden Delicious, Liberty, Fuji, Gala, Enterprise, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2014\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"13a074y\" data-start=\"2041\" data-end=\"2087\"\u003eImportant: What You Are Buying (Scion Wood)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2089\" data-end=\"2345\"\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=\"2347\" data-end=\"2588\"\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":47819104452867,"sku":"APSC-10","price":6.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/apple-scion-virginia-beauty","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}