Kandil Sinap

Family: Rosaceae Fruit

Crisp, cool snap meets a bright, apple-sweet fragrance as Kandil Sinap ripens—its flavor is clean and luminous, with a gentle tang that lingers beautifully.

The fruit shows a pleasing, firm bite and a juicy, fine-grained texture that stays satisfying from the first crunch to the last. Grow Kandil Sinap for fresh enjoyment and for turning into fragrant preserves and spiced blends that showcase its balanced character.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 120 DaysHabit: Shrub

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Direct Sow
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Apr 25th
Harvest Begins	Aug 23rd
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	120
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Shrub
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	65
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Kandil Sinap is built for a fresh, high-crunch moment—its cool, juicy firmness keeps its bite even when it’s folded into warm spice or reduced into a glossy preserve. Use it when you want apple flavor to stay clean and luminous instead of turning soft and dull.

Best Uses

fresh eating—slice-thin so it stays snappy
cinnamon-and-clove spiced apple compote for spoonable desserts
fragrant preserves where the tang stays bright
dry-rub or chopped apple for quick slaws that don’t go mealy

Flavor Profile

clean apple-sweet aroma gentle, lingering tang firm crisp bite fine-grained juiciness

Kitchen Pairings

cinnamon clove lemon juice honey sharp cheddar pork

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most common on Malus domestica (apple) like Kandil Sinap, and what should I do?

Apple scab (Venturia inaequalis) is a common Malus domestica disease, showing up as dark, velvety spots on leaves and fruit. Remove and dispose of infected leaves at the end of the season, and keep foliage dry by pruning for airflow and avoiding overhead watering. If problems appear in spring, use an appropriate labeled fungicide for apples early in the season and repeat as directed on the label.

How often should I water my Kandil Sinap apple during the main growing phase?

During active growth (roughly spring through early fall), keep soil evenly moist so the top 2–4 in (5–10 cm) doesn’t dry out completely. Water deeply about 1–2 times per week depending on heat and rainfall, aiming for slow soaking that reaches the root zone rather than frequent light sprinkling. Reduce watering as harvest approaches to help fruit finish properly and avoid overly wet conditions.

How can I tell when Kandil Sinap apples are ready to harvest?

Harvest at about 120 days from flowering (often late summer to fall, depending on your weather) when apples have developed full color and the background color has shifted from green to the mature tone for the variety. Do a “taste-and-stem” check: fruit should taste crisp and sweet/acid-balanced, and the apple should release easily when lifted and gently twisted upward. If they are still very hard and astringent or resist twisting, wait a week and re-check.