Northern Spy

Description

The Northern Spy is another historic apple variety and is one of the most iconic apples in the world. Known for its unique flavor, texture and crunchy bite. Good for fresh eating, baking and cider production. It’s tart but also sweet with a hint of subtle flavors and notes that make it a popular cider apple. The apples have higher vitamin C  and potassium than most varieties.  It is a late season variety that ripens in late October, which helps extend your growing season. Cold hardy.

It can take longer than most apple varieties to come into bearing, and is more prone to biennial bearing.

Pollinator required: Choose another pollinator such as Liberty, Jonamac, Ambrosia, Cortland,  Golden Delicious, Gala, Ginger Gold, Honeycrisp and Red Delicious.

Grafted on EMLA 111 rootstock, trees will mature around 20ft tall.

Zones: 4-7

Blooms: Mid-Late

Ripens: Late October

Trees are sold as bareroots (not potted) and will be available for pickup from April 24-April 27th, 2026. 

Potted trees will be available in May, for $10 more per tree, subject to availability.