Misc. Columnar Apples

Columnar apple trees are bred for compact, upright growth, making them ideal for small spaces, urban gardens, containers, hedges, or orchards. They grow 8–10 feet tall but just 2–3 feet wide, with fruiting spurs along the trunk and upward-growing branches.

Despite their small footprint, they yield full-sized, flavourful apples. Multiple cultivars offer a range of colours and flavours for fresh eating, baking, or cider. Their high yield per square foot can match or exceed standard apple trees, and planting several in a small area lets you enjoy multiple varieties where only one large tree would fit.

All available varieties bloom mid-season and require cross-pollination with another variety of apple or crabapple.

Varieties

Treasured Red (aka TreasuRed) Columnar Apple

• Apples are a deep, rich red — very attractive. Sweet and mildly tart, with a pleasant balance and good aromatic quality. Crisp and juicy, not mealy. Good storage potential—keeps several weeks to a few months under cool, dry conditions. Excellent for fresh eating and baking. Zone 4.
  

Golden Sentinel Columnar Apple

• Bright yellow apples, sometimes with a pink blush. Sweet, mildly tart; similar to Golden Delicious but slightly more aromatic. Crisp and juicy. Excellent for fresh eating; good for salads, baking, and applesauce. Stores for several weeks. Zone 4.

Scarlet Sentinel Columnar Apple

• Bright red to crimson apples, often glossy. Flavour is sweet with a bit more tartness than Golden Sentinel; refreshing and well-balanced. Firm, crisp, and juicy. Very good storage life; maintains flavour and texture for months in cool storage. Excellent for eating fresh, and good for pies and cider. Zone 4.

General Info

Scientific name: Malus x   
Light requirements: Full sun 
Full-grown size: 8-10' tall, by only 2-3' wide 

Pollination: Cross-pollination required by another apple or crabapple within 50-100 feet.

Wildlife: Attracts pollinators and wildlife.

Origins: 

• Treasured Red - University of Saskatchewan (2010's).
• Golden Sentinel and Scarlet Sentinel - Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada's Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre in Summerland, B.C. (1990's).

Noteworthy: Trees grow in the shape of a column. Very productive on a per square foot basis.