Arkansas Black Apple
Malus domestica
$44.95
2025 Shipping Season
We are accepting orders to ship in early June & for Fall delivery.
For more information see the Ordering & Shipping section below.
Discover the Arkansas Black Apple tree, prized for its stunning, dark red to nearly black apples and disease resistance. This heirloom variety dates back to the mid-19th century in Arkansas and is beloved for its exceptional flavor and versatility.
- Unique Appearance: Produces medium to large apples with deep, dark red skin (almost black!) and a thin, waxy bloom for an eye-catching finish.
- Flavor & Texture: Enjoy the firm, crisp flesh with a sweet yet slightly tart flavor, making it perfect for fresh eating, baking, and cooking.
- Excellent Storage: Renowned as a “keeper,” Arkansas Black apples stay fresh for months with proper long-term storage.
New trees can produce fruit in 2-3 years depending on care and climate. The success of new trees is heavily dependent on the care received during and after planting.
Needs 500-900 chill hours.
| Height | 15' - 20' |
| Spread | 5' - 10' |
| Tree Form | Modified Leader |
| USDA Zone | 5 - 8 |
| Blooms | February - March |
| Drops Fruit | Bears fruit: June in 2-3 years |
| Soil | Well-drained |
| Soil pH | 6.0 - 6.5 |
| Light Requirements | Full Sun |
| Pollination | Requires Pollinator. Plant at LEAST two trees for pollination; however, each additional tree will increase pollination for better mast production |
| Suggested Pollinators | Plant two apple varieties for cross pollination |
| Spacing | 20' |
| Pruning | Corrective pruning may be necessary as the tree matures. See Pruning section in Learning Center |
| Fertilization | Do not fertilize at planting. Once the trees are established, the first application should be made during the dormant period in January and another application at the beginning of the rainy season in June. Use a balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10 or similar mixture is recommended. |
| Watering | Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. This is the most critical step in the establishment of your new trees. For best fruit productions, provide moist but well drained soil. Please see the Watering section in our Learning Center. |
At Chestnut Hill Outdoors, we’ve been shipping mail order trees for over 30 years. We’re experts at delivering healthy trees to your doorstep. All of our trees are container grown in root-enhancing pots, ensuring healthy root systems and much better success upon planting.
In Spring we ship bare-root, dormant trees. All plants are dipped in a root gel before shipping and wrapped in plastic to retain moisture.
Spring: All trees are shipped bare-root.
Fall: All trees are shipped in containers.
For more information, visit our Ordering & Shipping Page.
