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Dwarf Granny Smith Apple Tree

R625.00

Our dwarf Granny Smith apple trees have been grafted onto dwarf M9 rootstock being very productive and will bear fruit 1 year after planting. They can be planted close together, making it ideal for an apple tree hedge, against a wall, espaliered, or in containers.

These apple trees are self-fertile but will perform better with a different variety.

Granny Smith apples have green skin. The texture is crisp and firm with a juicy, sweet, and tarty flavour. The flowers are white blossoms in late September, as the fruit will ripen in late summer (February/March).

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Position – For extra winter chilling, apple trees should be planted in full sun, with 6 to 8 hours of sunshine, preferably on the south side of the property. If growing your tree in containers, consider moving it outdoors during winter. Use at least a 50L container if not planting directly into the soil.

Size – Due to the rootstock used, the tree can grow up to 3 metres high with a width of 1 metre  wide. This makes it an ideal tree for any garden.

Soil type – This tree will grow well in well-drained soil with a pH of 5.8 to 7. The soil needs to be fertile and moisture retentive. Use good potting soil and compost mix, leaving 10-15cm of roots.

Mulch – Apply a good layer of mulch of about 7-8 centimetres around the base of the tree. This will help keep the soil moist.

Watering – Ensure not to overwater your tree, especially if grown in a container. Watering once or twice a week will be completely sufficient. You might water more during the summer when fruit is on the tree, especially during prolonged dry periods.

Fertilizing – Fertilise using a nitrogen fertiliser and good compost.

Pruning – This is usually done during winter when the tree is dormant. Prune the same as you would do a full-size fruit tree, removing damaged or diseased branches and ones that grow to the centre of the tree.

Staking – Dwarf trees use rootstock with a very small root system as they will need support, especially during fruiting. Tying them to a stake in order to secure the rootstock is deemed necessary.

Pollination – Self-fertile but will perform better with a different variety.

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