Key Facts:
Scientific Name: Malus domestica ‘Sweet 16’
Common Name: Sweet 16 Apple
Family: Rosaceae (Rose family)
Height: 12-15 feet at maturity
Spread: 10-12 feet
Fruit Color: Red to dark red
Fruit Size: Medium
Flavor: Sweet with hints of cherry and pear
Harvest Time: Late summer to early fall
Growth Habit: Compact, upright
Sunlight: Prefers full sun
Soil Preference: Well-drained soil; adaptable to various soil types
Water Needs: Moderate; regular watering for best fruit development
Cold Hardiness: Hardy in a range of climates
Pollination: Requires another apple variety for cross-pollination
Why You Will Love Sweet 16 Apple
Sweet 16 Apple brings a burst of unique, sweet flavor and a touch of beauty to your garden with its vibrant red apples and spring blossoms. Its compact size makes it perfect for smaller gardens or containers, while its exceptional taste is perfect for fresh eating, baking, and cider-making. Enjoy the delicious fruits and seasonal charm of Sweet 16 Apple, which adds both culinary delight and aesthetic appeal to your landscape.
Sweet 16 Apple
Sweet 16 Apple is a unique and flavorful apple variety known for its crisp texture and distinctive sweet, aromatic flavor with hints of cherry and pear. Typically growing 12-15 feet in height and 10-12 feet in spread, this cultivar of Malus domestica produces medium-sized apples with a striking red to dark red skin. Harvested in late summer to early fall, Sweet 16 Apples are excellent for fresh eating, cooking, and making cider. The tree also features attractive blossoms in spring and vibrant foliage in the fall.
