Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple
Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple is usually listed at about 400–500 chill hours, but we haven't confirmed that number in an extension source yet.
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- Chill hours
- 400–500 hours at or below 45°F
- USDA zones
- 6-9 (general guide for apple)
- Pollination
- Plant two varieties (Harris Co. AgriLife)
- LSU AgCenter recommends for
- Not in LSU Pub 1884 table
- Notes
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- Sources
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- Data status
- Not yet verified
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Where to buy
Prices and stock as we found them on each nursery's site, checked Oct 20, 3:13 PM CDT. Shipping not included; always confirm on the nursery's page.
| Nursery | Price | Size | Stock | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ison's Nursery Pink Lady Apple Tree | $29.95 | standard | In stock | View |
| Willis Orchard Co. Pink Lady® Apple Tree | $29.95 | 3-4' Tall 6 sizes, $29.95–$94.95 | In stock | View |
| Stark Bro's Pink Lady® Apple Tree | $39.99 | standard | In stock | View |
| Bob Wells Nursery Pink Lady Apple Tree | $52.95 | 5 Gallon Trade Pot | In stock | View |
| Trees.com (Fast Growing Trees) Pink Lady® Apple Tree | $84.95 | standard 3 sizes, $84.95–$305.82 | In stock | View |
| Brighter Blooms Pink Lady Apple Tree | $119.99 | 4-5 ft. 5 sizes, $96.99–$179.99 | In stock | View |
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From our orchard
Notes and photos from our Louisiana homestead orchard are coming soon.
Other apple varieties
| Variety | Chill hours | Zones | LSU recommends for | Data |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anna | 200 | 6-9 | South Louisiana | verified |
| Dorsett Golden | 100 | 6-9 | South Louisiana | verified |
| Beni Shogun Fuji | 500 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Fuji | 550 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Gala | 550 | 6-9 | North Louisiana | verified |
| Granny Smith | 600 | 6-9 | North Louisiana | verified |
| Hudson's Golden Gem | 550 | 6-9 | verified | |
| Irazu | 550 | 6-9 | verified |
Quick answers
How many chill hours does Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple need?
Commonly listed at about 400–500 chill hours (unconfirmed in extension sources so far).
Does Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple need a pollinator?
Plant two varieties (Harris Co. AgriLife).
What USDA zones suit Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple?
Zones 6-9 as a general guide for apple.
Where can I buy Pink Lady (Cripps Pink) apple?
We found it at 6 online nurseries on our last check, 6 with it in stock, from $29.95. See the price table above.