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I suggest you consider Snow/Fameues apple as it originated in Canada and
comes fairly true to type from seed (if you can get them).  It has also
been more resistant to scab than McIntosh and higher quality than
Antonovka.  But that is just my two cents (US).

Thomas Olenio wrote:
> 
> Hello All,
> 
> The Cub Scouts are contemplating growing apple trees from seeds to sell on
> Apple Day in the fall, any suggestions?
> 
> Traditionaly (at least in our area) Scouts sell apples door-to-door as a
> fundraiser in the fall.
> 
> We are thinking of using some Antivoka apple seeds that we were donated to
> grow trees from seed and sell them as well.  Growing a tree from seed is
> also a badge activity.
> 
> Any ideas on how to approach this project?  Seeds are in the fridge now.
> 
> Regards,
> Tom
> 
> --
> Thomas Olenio
> Ontario, Hardiness Zone 6a
> 
> 
> 
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