The result, at best, is fruit that looks much different than expected. At worst, the variety will fail to produce a crop. Plant varieties that are known to grow well in your region. Check temperature requirements and chilling factors before purchasing your trees. Table 2 lists some of the fruit varieties recommended for North Carolina.
Some varieties are self-fruitful.
Summer rots are the most serious disease problems and can destroy an entire crop. No varieties are resistant. Some varietiesare resistant to apple scab, powdery mildew, cedar apple rust, or fireblight. These include Redfree, Prima, Priscilla, Jonafree, and Liberty. In warmer regions, red varieties may not color well.