Northern Spy Apple Rootstock/Size:M26 Semi-Dwarf: 2-3 ft. Bud grafts on 1 yr older rootstock

Northern Spy Apple Rootstock/Size:M26 Semi-Dwarf: 2-3 ft. Bud grafts on 1 yr older rootstockOverview Northern Spy A Firm, Flavorful Classic and Breeding Powerhouse Northern Spy was one of the favorite apples of our mentor, Rod McIver. Rod grew it up in Kalispell, where the climate is slightly colder and the growing season shorter than in Missoula. As a late season variety, Northern Spy was just on the edge of being able to ripen in time for him. According to Rod: Excellent flavor and firmness, a personal favorite. Many great apples have been

Lodi is not self-fertile and requires cross-pollination from another apple variety with overlapping bloom

fine-grained flesh that is sweet

trees should be spaced approximately 15 feet apart to allow for adequate light penetration and airflow

which generally pushes trees toward a larger

Our Spring 2026 Parkland trees are 1 year older (in terms of the root system) and were bud grafted onto Dolgo Full Size rootstock

Easy Maintenance & Long-Term Care

Heritage & Parentage

the damage did not progress into the trunk and trees recovered just fine

Based on what we’ve seen firsthand in Montana and from our customers’ feedback

Texture: Firm enough for canning

making it a perfect choice for creating a natural windbreak or attracting pollinators

Great for Pollinators