Apple Ecolette

A cross between Apples Elstar and Prima, Apple Ecolette was bred in the Netherlands, and is a vigorous, notably scab-resistant tree. Moderate yields of medium-sized yellow apples with a heavy deep red flush. The apples are firm and tart with white flesh and a good sugar/acidity balance. Very good resistance to scab and mildew, so very suitable for Irish conditions and particularly useful for organic growers. Self-fertile, but will crop better with a suitable pollination partner.  A great substitute for Elstar where scab is a problem.

Site: Sheltered
Soil: Any reasonably fertile and well drained soil
Position: Full sun
Pick: Late September to early October
Keep: October-December
Hardiness: Hardy
Pollination: Self-fertile. Pollination Group 2 (pollinates with Groups 1, 2 and 3)
Uses: Eating apple

During the bareroot season, our apples are pre pruned before being dispatched by mail order.