Quick Facts
Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Mutsu’
Rootstock: Malus domestica (Standard)
Mature Height: 20–25 ft
Mature Width: 20–25 ft
Recommended Spacing: 20–25 ft
Growth Rate: Moderate
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Preferences: Well-drained; fertile soils preferred
Overview
A large yellow apple with crisp flesh and a mildly sweet, aromatic flavor. Mutsu is excellent for both fresh eating and cooking.
Pollination Requirements
Triploid variety.
Requires two different apple varieties for cross-pollination.
Does not pollinate other apple trees.
Recommended Pollinators: Gala, Honeycrisp, Granny Smith, Empire
Harvest Season
Late (October)
Best Uses
• Fresh eating
• Baking
• Storage
Tips for Success
• Avoid planting alone or with only one pollinator
• Prune to support heavy fruit loads