Wolf River Apple

The Giant of the Apple World

The Wolf River apple is a heritage variety that turns heads at harvest time. Known for producing exceptionally large fruit — some reaching the size of a grapefruit — it's a real conversation starter in any backyard orchard. The flavour is mild and sweet, making it a favourite for baking, pies, and applesauce where its impressive size really shines.

Why Gardeners Love It

• 🍎 Exceptionally large fruit — one of the biggest apple varieties you can grow, often the size of a grapefruit
• 🥧 Perfect for baking — large size means fewer apples needed for pies and applesauce
• 🌿 Heritage variety — a time-tested classic with a loyal following
• ❄️ Cold hardy — reliable performer in Ontario's climate
• 🌱 Supplied bare root — plant in early spring for best results

Pollination

Wolf River requires a pollinator for best fruit set. Great matches from our collection include McIntosh, Spartan, and Honeycrisp. Or consider our Multi-Apple tree for built-in pollination and variety!

Growing Notes

Prefers full sun. Water regularly in the first season. Ripens in late September to October. Thin fruit early in the season to encourage the largest possible apples.