Empire Apple - Semi-dwarf
A cross of McIntosh and Red Delicious; excellent choice for hot summer climates. McIntosh-type fruit is sweet and juicy with a sprightly flavor. Heavy bearing tree with early fall harvest, ripens about 2 weeks after McIntosh. Pollenizer for Mutsu, Gravenstein, Winesap, Jonagold. Zones 4 to 9. 500 hours or less. Pollenizer required. Available on M111.