Kid's Orange Red · Apple
Planting Schedule
Add Kid's Orange Red to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Indoors | Direct Sow |
| Last Frost | Apr 10th |
| Transplant / Direct Sow Outdoors | Apr 10th |
| Harvest Begins | Aug 28th |
| Harvest Ends | Oct 28th |
Crop Details
Transplant Conditions:
Wait until soil reaches 45°F
and nights stay above 25°F
before moving outdoors.
| Trait | Value |
|---|---|
| Days to Maturity | 140 |
| Sun Requirements | Full Sun |
| Growth Habit | Shrub |
| Support Needed | None |
| Planting Depth | Normal |
| Germination Temp (°F) | 70 |
| Min Soil Temp (°F) | 45 |
| Min Night Temp (°F) | 25 |
| Harden Off (days) | Not Required |
Expert Note: For dessert apples, plant grafted trees in full sun and prioritize compatible pollinizers, well-drained soil, and consistent spring pruning for strong long-term productivity.