Gravenstein Apple Tree

In a 7 gallon container Key Characteristics Fruit: Medium to large, with a slightly flattened, ribbed, and irregular shape. Skin is thin, pale green to yellow, with red-orange stripes. Harvest Time: Early season (summer), with fruit ripening over several weeks. Tree Size: Standard trees can reach 12-15 ft, though dwarf/semi-dwarf varieties are commonly available (8-12 ft). Taste: Exceptionally flavorful, with a "honey-like" sweet-tart profile. Pollination: Triploid variety. It does not produce pollen for other trees and requires two other compatible, early-blooming apple varieties (like Golden Delicious or Gala) nearby to set fruit. Growing Requirements & Care Zones: Extremely hardy, suitable for zones 3 through 9. Soil: Thrives in fertile, well-drained soil with a pH of 6.0 - 7.0. Water: Needs regular watering (12-15 gallons/week in summer) for best production. Pruning: Annual winter pruning is recommended to manage shape and remove dead wood. Ripening Indicator: