Click here for Apple Care Guide

Malus spp. - Arkansas Black Spur Apple

Arkansas Black Spur is a compact variation of the Arkansas Black apple. It features spur growth, meaning the buds are closer together, resulting in more flowers and leaves in a shorter distance. The tree’s branches are shorter, making it more compact while still being well-rooted and anchored in the ground, as it’s grafted onto a seedling rootstock. The apples are large, very dark red, and can be stored for months. They also resist browning in fruit salads. This variety is ideal for hot summer regions and requires 500-600 hours of winter temperatures below 45°F.

• Height: 10’ (same width)

• Spacing: 12’ circle

• Hardiness Zone: 5-8

Important Notice: Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Arkansas Black Spur apples to California.

Plant Characteristics

• Pest Resistance: Fair

• Disease Resistance: Good

• Drought Tolerance: Good

• Heat Tolerance: Excellent

• Humidity Tolerance: Excellent

• Sun Tolerance: Excellent

• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor

• Shade Tolerance: Fair

• No Spray: Good

• Salt Tolerance: Fair

• Fresh for Kids: Very Good

• Deer Resistance: Poor

• Thorns: None

• Plant Type: Tree

• Soil Type: Adaptable

• Edible Type: Fruit

• Self-Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and opinions are always welcome.