The Melrose apple is regarded as the official apple of Ohio state, the location where it originated. The Melrose apple is a unique cross between two well-recognized apple breeds, 1 being the Red Delicious and the other Jonathan. with its ivory white blossoms and brilliant green and crimson foliage, the Melrose Apple Tree will be a showstopper in any landscape. Melrose apples are a large, fruit with yellowish-green skin streaked dark red with russet spots. The flesh is firm, coarse, sweet, juicy and creamy white-it is a treat to bite into this apple right from the tree. Even better, the apples store well - they can be kept for 3 months in a fridge and the flavor is arguably at its best after a month or so of storage. This hardy tree is widely adaptable and can be grown in USDA Plant Hardiness Zones 5-8. The Melrose Apple Tree is highly productive and attains a mature height of just 20-25 ft. tall with an equal spread. The apple tree grows best in full Sun, slightly acidic and loamy soil and needs another apple tree to cross pollinate. We recommend Fuji, Gala, Granny Smith, Haralson, Suncrisp, Red Delicious, Wolf River or a Centennial Crabapple.