Granny Smith Apple Tree

Name : Granny Smith Apple Tree

Sunlight : Full Sun

Growth Rate : Moderate

Harvest Time : October-November

Year to Bear : Can Fruit the 1st year!

Botanical Name : Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

1. Planting : First, select a location that receives at least 6 hours of sun each day. Other than that, your Granny Smith adapts to a variety of soil types. Once you're ready to plant, dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep. Then, place your tree, tamp down the soil and water to settle the soil. Finally, mulch around the tree for best results.

*Tip : Make sure your mulch is not touching the base of the trunk.

2. Watering : Your Granny Smith Apple will benefit from a regular watering schedule each week, though you may need to water more often in times of extreme heat or drought. If you're not sure when to water, simply check the soil or look for new growth. As soon as you see newer growth coming out of the tree or whenever the top 2 inches of the soil feel dry, it's time to water.

3. Pruning : Once your tree has become established and is starting to bear fruit, it will need some periodic, moderate pruning. Only prune the tree during times of dormancy, making sure to remove any vigorous, upright stems which are quite common in the upper portion of the tree. Weak, damaged or dead branches should also be removed

Country of Origin : India