Stayman Apple

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Malus spp. – Stayman Winesap Apple

Due to import restrictions we are unable to ship Apples to CA.

Stayman Winesap is a dependable, long-lived apple that can produce usable crops even with little care. Older trees in our area that receive minimal maintenance continue to produce fruit, although they may develop an alternate-bearing habit with heavy crops every other year. Trees are quite hardy and resistant, similar to Arkansas Black.

The fruit can be very large, with a crisp texture and tart-mild flavor. Ripens in early fall and can soften fairly quickly at room temperature, but will keep for about 6 weeks in the refrigerator. Excellent for fresh eating, juicing, and cider blends. A favorite roadside market apple in Virginia. Developed in 1866 from a seedling in Leavenworth, Kansas.

Stayman does not pollinate other apple varieties, so plant with two different apple varieties nearby for reliable cross-pollination. Approximately 800 chill hours required. Zone 5–8.

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Fair
• Disease Resistance: Very Good
• Heat Tolerance: Excellent
• Humidity Tolerance: Very Good
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• No Spray: Good
• Salt Tolerance: Good
• Fresh for Kids: Excellent
• Deer Resistance: Fair
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Tree
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self Fertile: No

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome.