Tree Care:
Planting: Sunny spot, well-draining soil, proper spacing, correct planting depth.
Watering: Keep soil consistently moist with deep watering (1-2 inches per week).
Pruning: Trim in late winter, remove dead/diseased branches, maintain open canopy.
Fertilizing: Apply balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring; avoid over-fertilizing.
Mulching: Organic mulch around the base, away from the trunk.
Pest/Disease: Regularly check for issues, apply controls as needed, maintain sanitation.
Thinning: Space fruit during growing season for larger, healthier apples.
Harvesting: Pick when firm, yellow-green with a red blush, sweet and juicy in late summer to early fall.
Tree Description:
Size/Shape: Medium-sized tree with a spreading canopy.
Leaves: Medium-sized, oval-shaped, dark green leaves.
Flowers: Small, white to pale pink blossoms in spring.
Fruit: Medium-sized apples with yellow-green skin, red blush, sweet and juicy flesh.
Hardiness: Generally adaptable to various climates.
Harvest: Ready for picking in late summer to early fall, ideal for fresh eating and culinary use.