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Apple

intermediate difficulty · hardiness zones 3–8

Methods
traditional
Planting window
March–April
Greenhouse
Not required
Compact variant
Available

Needs a compatible second variety nearby for pollination unless the variety is labeled self-fruitful.

Production planning estimate

Plan around lb per mature tree per year

A starting estimate is 100 lb per mature tree per year. That means one tree is a reasonable first unit to plan for, then adjust for your climate, practices, and household demand.

Space guideline

100 sq ft per tree

Starting plan

— trees

Planning note: Dwarf and semi-dwarf rootstocks fruit sooner and stay small enough for a home orchard.

Apple | Sowcial