{"product_id":"25-black-oxford-apple-seeds-heirloom-maine-variety","title":"25 Black Oxford Apple Seeds - Heirloom Maine Variety","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Oxford apple seeds offer a chance to grow a piece of Maine's heirloom apple history. This rare variety is prized for its deep, dark purple-red skin and its use in fresh eating, baking, and cider making. The trees are known for their hardiness and adaptability to cold climates, making them a valuable addition to northern orchards and home gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGrowing apple trees from seed is a rewarding project that requires patience and care. These seeds will produce trees that may vary in fruit characteristics, as apples do not grow true to seed. However, each seedling has the potential to develop unique traits and may become a new favorite in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeirloom variety originating from Oxford County, Maine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDark purple-red fruit with sweet-tart flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHardy trees suitable for cold climates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose apple for fresh use and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeeds are open-pollinated and non-GMO\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malus domestica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, loamy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil moist but not waterlogged\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4-7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12-20 feet (depending on rootstock and pruning)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGermination Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold stratification required (4-8 weeks)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15-20 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo grow Black Oxford apple trees from seed, start by stratifying the seeds in a moist medium in the refrigerator for 4-8 weeks. After stratification, sow seeds indoors in pots filled with a well-draining seed-starting mix. Keep the soil consistently moist and maintain a temperature around 70°F. Germination can take several weeks to a few months. Once seedlings have developed several sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or a nursery bed. Provide full sun and regular watering. Young trees benefit from protection from strong winds and winter sunscald.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eApple trees grown from seed will not be identical to the parent tree, so fruit quality may vary. For best results, consider grafting desirable varieties onto your seedlings once they are established. With proper care, these trees can become long-lived additions to your landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e25 Black Oxford apple seeds.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67824606314806,"sku":"FOLIA2-723","price":27.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.7024611402_bsn6.jpg?v=1793003584","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/25-black-oxford-apple-seeds-heirloom-maine-variety","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}