Apple Arkansas Black Size:5 Gallon palmate-compound leaves (usually 3-5 leaflets)

palmate-compound leaves (usually 3-5 leaflets) with a slightly "quilted" texture and serrated edges

Cut all but the 3 strongest new shoots each year

abundant pollen

If you live in a dry climate it is recommended to apply a 3-inch layer of organic mulch (wood chips or straw) around the base

unavailable nutrients that are sitting in your soil

Apple Arkansas Black Size:5 Gallon palmate-compound leaves (usually 3-5 leaflets)The Arkansas Black Apple is the "Cabernet of apples." This heirloom variety, discovered in Arkansas in the 1870s, is famous for its dark, wine colored skin and its legendary storage life. While many apples are best eaten fresh off the tree, the Arkansas Black is unique because it actually requires storage to reach its peak flavor. The flesh of the Arkansas Black apple is firm, crisp, and juicy, with a tart flavor that mellows over time in storage. The