Apple 'Ashton Bitter'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Ashton Bitter is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Ashton Bitter tends to grow best in a soil ph of between 5.5 and 6.5 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil.

Apples do not come true from seed

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Ashton Bitter is a hardy plant.

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by mid autumn.