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Antonovka 1.5 pound apple trees

(Antonovka 2 Livres)
Malus domestica
Antonovka Michurin
Antonovka 1.5 pound is listed in the RHS Plants for Pollinators
  • Picking season: Early
  • Self-fertility: Not self-fertile
  • Flowering group: 3

Antonovka is a very old Russian apple variety, popular because of its reliable production even in the harhest winters. Antonovka 1.5 Pound, also known as Antonovka Deux Livres, is a sport variation which inherits the same qualities but the apples are much larger.

The apples are juicy and acidic, and ideal for use in the kitchen.

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Antonovka 1.5 pound organic apple trees for sale


  • 1 yeartree on Bittenfelder rootstock23.25€
    Very large tree (5m-6m+ after 10 years) Bare-root
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Antonovka 1.5 pound characteristics

  • Gardening skillBeginner
  • Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
  • Flowering group3
  • Picking seasonEarly
  • Season of use2-3 weeks
  • Food usesEating freshCulinaryDual purpose
  • Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 3 (-40C)
  • Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)Cold (< 20C / 67F)
  • Country of originRussia

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This variety description was researched and written by Orange Pippin staff. Last checked: 2023.