Key Facts
- Scientific Name: Malus domestica ‘Honeycrisp Firestorm’
- Common Name: Honeycrisp Firestorm® Apple
- Family: Rosaceae
- Height: 12-18 feet (standard); 8-10 feet (dwarf)
- Spread: 12-15 feet (standard); 8-10 feet (dwarf)
- Fruit: Large, sweet-tart flavor, vibrant fire-red skin
- Flower Color: White to pale pink
- Bloom Time: Mid-spring
- Harvest Time: Late summer to early fall
- Growth Habit: Rounded and spreading
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil Preference: Well-drained, loamy soils
- Water Needs: Moderate, prefers consistent moisture
- Pollination: Requires a pollinator; suitable varieties include Fuji, Gala, or McIntosh
- Pest and Disease Resistance: Good resistance to common apple diseases; routine pest management recommended
- USDA Hardiness Zone: 4-7
Why You’ll Love It:
The Honeycrisp Firestorm® Apple delivers everything you love about the original Honeycrisp with even better color and appeal. Its crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor make it a standout for fresh eating, baking, and juicing. This cold-hardy tree is a reliable producer that adds both beauty and utility to your orchard or garden.