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Apple Orchard

Apple Orchard

EDB-APP-ORP-NA-5G

$499.95
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Apple Orchard Pack: A Quartet of Flavor

Imagine stepping into your garden and being greeted by the sweet, inviting scent of apples, ripe for the picking. Our Apple Orchard Pack brings this dream to life, offering a harmonious blend of four distinct apple varieties that are as delightful to the palate as they are to the eye. This carefully selected ensemble includes the crisp Gala, the juicy Fuji, the tart Granny Smith, and the sweet Honeycrisp. Each variety has been chosen not only for its unique flavor profile but also for its ability to cross-pollinate, ensuring a bountiful harvest of delicious apples year after year.

Why You'll Love the Apple Orchard Pack

  • Diverse Flavors: From the refreshing sweetness of Honeycrisp to the tangy bite of Granny Smith, enjoy a range of flavors that cater to every taste preference.
  • Cross-Pollination Magic: These varieties are chosen for their compatibility, enhancing pollination and fruit production. This means more apples for you to enjoy!
  • Year-Round Beauty: Experience the joy of blossoming flowers in spring, lush greenery in summer, and bountiful harvests in autumn. Even in winter, the bare branches against the snow create a serene landscape.
  • Eco-Friendly: By planting your own apple trees, you're contributing to a healthier planet, providing oxygen, and supporting local wildlife.

Perfect For Every Gardener

Whether you have a spacious backyard or a modest plot, these trees can be easily integrated into your landscape. They're not just fruit producers; they're also stunning ornamental additions that enhance the beauty and biodiversity of your garden space. For those with limited ground space, fret not; these apple varieties can also thrive in larger containers, making them suitable for patio or balcony gardens.

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Product Details

  • Product Category

    Edibles

  • Product Subcategory:

    Apple

  • Botanical Name:

    Malus domestica 'Gala', 'Fuji, 'Granny Smith | Malus pumila 'MN#1711'

  • Does Not Ship To:

    AZ, CA, ID, OR, WA

  • Mature Height:

    10-20 ft.

  • Mature Width:

    8-10 ft.

  • Growing Zone:

    5-8 outdoors

  • Indoor Growing:

  • Sunlight:

    Full Sun

  • Growth Rate:

    Moderate

  • Harvest Time:

    September-November

  • Bloom Time:

    Spring

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Apple Orchard

Planting Directions

<h2>Planting Apple Orchard Pack</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Location:</strong> Choose sunny, well-drained spots.</li>
<li><strong>Spacing:</strong> Plant trees 15-20 feet apart.</li>
<li><strong>Planting:</strong> Dig a hole twice the root ball's width, place tree, backfill, water deeply.</li>
<li><strong>Watering:</strong> Keep soil moist, not waterlogged.</li>
<li><strong>Fertilization:</strong> Apply balanced fertilizer after planting and annually in spring.</li>
<li><strong>Pollination:</strong> Plant all four varieties within 50 feet for cross-pollination.</li>
<li><strong>Care:</strong> Prune in winter for shape and health. Monitor for pests/diseases.</li>
</ul>
<h2>Pruning & Harvesting Tips</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Pruning:</strong> In late winter, remove dead/diseased branches, thin out crowded areas, and cut back to outward-facing buds to shape the tree and encourage airflow.</li>
<li><strong>Harvesting:</strong> Harvest when fruit is full colored and detaches easily. Gala: late summer. Fuji: late fall. Granny Smith: late October. Honeycrisp: early fall.</li>
</ul>

Apple Orchard

FAQs

<h2>What's included in the Apple Orchard Pack?</h2>
The Apple Orchard Pack is your very own mini-orchard in a box! It includes four apple trees: Gala, Fuji, Granny Smith, and Honeycrisp. These varieties are chosen not just for their delicious flavors but also because they provide necessary cross-pollination to help each other bear fruit.

<h2>Why do I need multiple types of apple trees for cross-pollination?</h2>
Apple trees thrive on diversity! Most apple varieties don't self-pollinate effectively, so having different types nearby helps to increase fruit set. Each type in the Apple Orchard Pack has been carefully selected to flower at the same time, ensuring a bountiful harvest by pollinating each other.

<h2>Can I grow these apple trees in containers or indoors?</h2>
While apple trees can technically be grown in large containers, they're happiest when planted in the ground where they can spread their roots. For those with limited outdoor space, dwarf varieties are a better choice for container growing. However, if you have a sunny spot and a bit of patience, giving these trees a try in containers can be a rewarding challenge.

<h2>How long until I can start harvesting apples?</h2>
Patience is key with apple trees. Typically, you might start seeing your first few apples within 2 to 4 years after planting. However, it can take up to 5-8 years for the trees to mature fully and produce a full crop. Remember, good things come to those who wait!

<h2>How do I care for my Apple Orchard Pack to ensure the best yield?</h2>
<ul>
<li><strong>Sunlight:</strong> Make sure your trees get at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily.</li>
<li><strong>Watering:</strong> Keep the soil moist, especially during the first few years and in dry periods. Water deeply once a week.</li>
<li><strong>Pruning:</strong> Prune in late winter to encourage healthy growth and airflow, which helps prevent disease.</li>
<li><strong>Fertilizing:</strong> Apply a balanced fertilizer early in the spring before new growth starts.</li>
</ul>