Apples: Malus pumila 'Sops of Wine'

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'Sops of Wine' is one of the oldest apples known. It originated in medieval England so its actual origin is a guess. Highly regarded for cooking, cider and apple wine. Good dessert apple, too. Dark crimson skin. White flesh is flecked with red, giving it a hint of wine. Makes the juices flow when you take a crunchy bite. Bears early and reliably. Yields an average of 5 bushels with some variation depending on the season. Will reach a height of 10-12 feet at maturity. Plant trees 15-20 feet apart. Needs well drained soil. Full sun is best, but must have at least a half day of sun. Good for an espalier. Two varieties are needed for pollination. Cortland', 'McIntosh' and 'Yellow Delicious' are particularly effective pollinators. Edited by M.Tate