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Will Zestar and Frostbite cross pollinate? #925330

Asked March 03, 2026, 8:59 AM EST

Hello There! I'm considering replanting apples and my husband loves the Zestar variety and I'd like to try a Frostbite if I can acquire it, but I wonder if their bloom time will overlap enough to cross pollinate one another? Many Thanks!

Hennepin County Minnesota

Expert Response

Good Morning, 

Thank you for contacting the U of M Extension Service. 

Please click on the following link all about growing apples: https://extension.umn.edu/fruit/growing-apples

This link talks about cross pollination. Two trees should be enough to do your cross pollination. 

Good Luck!

Maureen Graber Replied March 03, 2026, 9:10 AM EST

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