Antonovka Apple – Malus domestica “Antonovka” Seeds | 20 Hardy Edible Apple Tree Seeds | Cold Hardy Rootstock | Zones 3–8

Grow one of the hardiest and most historic apple varieties in the world with these 20 Antonovka Apple seeds. This 500-year-old Russian apple is famous for its extreme cold tolerance, vigorous growth, and dependable production.

Antonovka is widely used as rootstock in cold climates due to its hardiness (down to -50°F), adaptability, and strong root system. The trees produce large golden-yellow apples, sometimes with a red blush. The flesh is firm, aromatic, and distinctly tart with a wine-like flavor. Excellent for fresh eating, juice, cider, baking, jam, and preserves.

In spring, trees are covered in fragrant white blossoms before the leaves fully emerge. In fall, foliage turns golden yellow, adding seasonal interest. A mature tree can produce very high yields and may live for decades.

✔ 20 Antonovka Apple seeds
✔ Fresh, untreated seeds
✔ Clearly labeled packet with sowing instructions
✔ Hardy in USDA Zones 3–8
✔ Excellent for orchards, homesteads, and rootstock production

🌳 Plant Details

Botanical Name: Malus domestica “Antonovka”
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Height: 15–35 feet
Spread: 15–30 feet
Shape: Rounded canopy
Bloom Time: Spring
Bloom Color: White
Harvest: Late Fall
Sun: Full Sun
Soil: Best in loamy, well-drained, slightly acidic soil (adaptable)
Water: Medium
Growth Rate: Fast to Moderate
Hardiness: Zones 3–8

🌱 Growing From Seed

1. Soak seeds in water for 24 hours.

2. Cold stratify 30–75 days at about 40°F in a moist (not wet) medium.

3. Sow 1/4 inch deep in well-drained soil.

4. Keep evenly moist during germination.

💡 Apple trees grown from seed may vary slightly from the parent tree. Antonovka is especially valued for hardy rootstock and breeding.

🌿 Why Grow Antonovka?

• Extremely cold hardy (-50°F tolerance)
• Vigorous rootstock for grafting
• High yielding and adaptable
• Excellent for cider and cooking
• Long-lived orchard tree
• Fragrant spring blooms