Sun Conditions
Grows best in full sunlight.
About 6+ hours of direct sunlight daily.
Care Instructions
Water regularly until the tree roots are established, watering daily in the warmer months.
Nutrient-rich, well-drained soil but is able to retain some moisture.
Every year give the tree a good trim around late Winter or early Spring to shape it and allow air to flow between the branches.
You may remove suckers or unwanted shoots at any time of the year.
Plant in early Spring.
Bloom Time
Spring.
Granny Smith takes about 3-5 years before they are fully mature to bear fruit while Honeycrisp takes about eight years as they are slow growers.
Cross-pollinating trees are necessary for a tree to bear fruit.