Exposure: Full sun to light shade. Zone 4-7. Prefers slopes, as apple needs good airflow to reduce fungus diseases.
Soil: Soil tolerant but deep, rich soil preferred. Do not plant in low, wet poorly drained soil. PH 6.5
Growth habits: : A small to medium sized, single-trunked tree, depending on rootstock. Semi-dwarf trees generally reach 15-20 feet tall. Two varieties needed for cross-pollination.
Landscape uses: Apple blossoms are a beautiful sight in April with their pinkish white flowers covering the tree. Depending upon the variety, apples produce fruit from mid-summer through fall. Plant where they can be seen from your house or office. Use as home orchard trees, that, once mature can yield 300 pounds of fruit annually or semi-annually depending upon variety. To produce high-quality fruit, an organic spray program may be needed. Choose disease-resistant fruits where possible.
Usefulness: Sweet, firm, juicy fruit is a planetary favorite. Use for fresh eating, cooking, canning, apple butter, drying, or cider making. Different varieties have different uses and fruit characteristics.

$36.00 / 5 gal.