Planting Antietam Blush Apple Trees - Sources - Ask Extension
In regards to the article released by the extension: https://agnr.umd.edu/news/27-years-making-umd-releases-multiple-new-apple-varieties-starting-harv...
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Planting Antietam Blush Apple Trees - Sources #679161
Asked January 16, 2021, 8:25 AM EST
In regards to the article released by the extension: https://agnr.umd.edu/news/27-years-making-umd-releases-multiple-new-apple-varieties-starting-harvest-antietam-blush
I would like to know if there is a source to purchase rootstock for this variety. I am new farmer in Calvert County MD that would like to plant the antietam blush variety for the 2021 season.
Calvert County Maryland
Expert Response
Hi- the propagation of this new cultivar is underway but slow. It is unlikely that you will be able to locate any trees for planting this spring.
You may want to directly contact regional nurseries that specialize in tree fruit such as Adams Co. Nursery and Boyer Nurseries & Orchard, both in Adams Co. PA.
Links to UME pages that may be of interest:
https://extension.umd.edu/calvert-county
https://extension.umd.edu/newfarmer
https://extension.umd.edu/agriculture/program-areas
Jon
