Apple trees on M27 rootstock

[Ryleh]

I'm in the market for 3-4 apple trees on M27 rootstock but after a brief bit of google-fu there doesnt seem to be a huge selection of sellers and the ones that do arent any of my usual go to places for plant/seed ordering.

So 2 questions for you guys n gals:

1. Do you have any recommendations for places I can order from that I can trust that what I get is what I ordered?

2. Any recommendations for apple varieties, both eating and cooking, that would do well up't'north

Thanks

[flynch]

https://www.orangepippintrees.co.uk/...0&rid=0&st=944

[veggiechicken]

http://www.growfruitandveg.co.uk/gra...ees_92952.html

[Lardman]

I'm in the market for 3-4 apple trees on M27 rootstock but after a brief bit of google-fu there doesnt seem to be a huge selection of sellers

I wonder how much of that is due to low demand for M27 (I still struggle to see domestically why anyone would select it over M26) or if the return rate is so high from trees keeling over when they're not pampered.

You'll find a much larger selection on M26, all it takes is a few more snips when pruning...

[nickdub]

Not sure about the best varieties for you, but don't forget pollination and time of ripening as criteria to bear in mind.

[Hereford fruit grower]

Isn't there a nursery in Yorkshire called R V Roger?

I struggle to see any reason to use M26 instead of M9. But having a good soil and being further south helps with growth rate.

James Grieve comes from Scotland, I think. It ought to do well with you. I think it's one of the most delicious apples.

I've had a bad experience with multiple trees from Keepers supplied in 2012-14 being incorrectly-labelled, at least 6 out of about 40. But it takes until the trees are in full crop to be sure of the error(s).

I've heard of many mistakes being made by Deacons. TBH I've no idea which nursery is the best. I think the only way to find out is for people to report when a nursery makes mistake(s) so that the online reviews eventually build up and give a clearer picture.