Name: Lucy™ Rose® Apple Tree | Sweet Red-Fleshed Apple
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Apple Tree (Lucy Rose)

Lucy™ Rose® is the sweetest of the Lucy™ red-fleshed apples—crisp, juicy, and crowd-pleasing, with a beautiful pink-to-red interior that surprises at every slice.

Sweetest-eating apple in the Lucy™ red-flesh lineup
Crisp, juicy texture meant to be eaten firm
Bright pink-to-red interior with strong visual appeal
Early to mid-season harvest
High-impact fresh-eating apple

Description

Lucy™ Rose® was bred to bring true red-fleshed apples into everyday eating—focusing on sweetness, crunch, and broad appeal rather than sharp acidity or novelty alone. It delivers a clean, enjoyable bite that makes red-fleshed apples accessible to nearly everyone.

Slice one open and the interior reveals a vivid rose-pink to red flesh that looks almost too pretty to eat. The texture is crisp and juicy, designed to be enjoyed firm, with a flavor that leans sweet and refreshing rather than intense or sharp.

Ripening earlier than other Lucy™ apples, Lucy™ Rose® extends the red-flesh season and fits beautifully into fresh snacking, lunches, salads, and family orchards where sweetness matters most.

Overview

Sweetest-eating apple in the Lucy™ red-fleshed series
Crisp, juicy texture with clean, approachable flavor
Striking pink-to-red interior for slicing and presentation
Earlier ripening than Lucy™ Gem® and Lucy™ Glo®
Excellent fresh-eating apple for all ages

Growing Details

Latin Name: Malus domestica ‘Lucy™ Rose®’
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil
Chill Requirement: Estimated 500–600 hours
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4–8
Rootstock: M-106 (semi-dwarf)
Bearing Age: 1–3 years
Size at Maturity: Typically maintained at 12–16 ft tall and wide with pruning
Bloom Time: Mid-season
Ripening Time: Early to mid-season; typically early to mid-September (varies by region)
Flowering Group: Group 3 (mid-season)
Pollination: Pollination required; plant a compatible apple variety within 20–30 feet
Pests & Diseases: Standard apple pest and disease considerations; good airflow and routine care are important
Yield: Reliable producer once established

Additional Notes

Grower’s Insight: Lucy™ Rose® is selected for sweetness first, making it the most approachable and widely loved apple in the Lucy™ red-fleshed lineup.
Regional Insight: Performs well across temperate regions, including the Pacific Northwest, where early fall conditions help fruit finish with excellent color and flavor.
Flesh color intensity can vary with maturity and growing conditions; harvest fully mature fruit for the best interior color.
Best enjoyed fresh; storage life is shorter than long-keeping apples.
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Planting & Care

At a Glance – Lucy™ Rose® Apple

Sun: 1/2 day to full day of sun
Soil: Well-drained soil; avoid prolonged saturation
Water: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment
Size: Easily maintained with pruning
Pollination: Required; plant a partner within 20–30 feet
Harvest: Early to mid-season (early–mid September)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4–8

Planting & Care – Lucy™ Rose® Apple

Site Selection

Choose a sunny site to support strong sweetness and interior color.
Full sun is ideal; at least 1/2 day is sufficient.
Good airflow helps maintain healthy foliage and fruit quality.

Soil Preparation

Plant in deep, well-drained soil.
If soils are heavy, improve drainage or plant on a slight mound.
Ideal soil pH is between 6.0 and 7.0.

Planting Instructions

Dig a hole twice the width of the root system.
Plant with the root flare at or just above soil level.
Backfill with native soil and water thoroughly.
Mulch 2–3″ deep, keeping mulch away from the trunk.

Watering & Fertilizing

Water consistently during the first 1–2 years.
Deep water 1–2 times per week during dry periods.
Once established, water every 7–14 days during drought.
Apply a light, balanced fertilizer in early spring if growth is weak.

Pollination

Lucy™ Rose® requires another apple variety to set fruit well.
Plant a compatible pollination partner within 20–30 feet.

Pruning & Training

Train to a central leader or modified central leader.
Prune annually to maintain structure, airflow, and light penetration.
Balanced pruning supports fruit quality and consistent sweetness.

Harvest & Use

Harvest when fruit is fully sized and mature.
Enjoy fresh for the best sweetness and crisp texture.
Excellent for snacking, lunches, and colorful fresh slices.

General Tips

Thin fruit in heavy-set years to improve size and consistency.
Good sunlight is the biggest driver of sweetness and color.
Consistent early care leads to dependable early-fall harvests.