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Granny Smith Apple Tree

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$54.95
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  • Several round pale yellow-green apples hanging from a tree branch with dark green leaves in an outdoor garden setting.
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  • A lattice-crust apple pie on a white plate, with whole green apples arranged around it on a wooden table and a blue spatula at the side.
  • A red wooden barn with a dark metal roof sits on a green grassy lawn under a blue sky with white clouds, with a small green tree in the foreground.
  • Several round pale yellow-green apples hanging from a tree branch with dark green leaves in an outdoor garden setting.
  • Close-up of white apple blossoms with green leaves in full bloom, photographed outdoors against a dark lattice fence.
  • Plant size guide showing different plant heights with corresponding measurements.
  • Close-up of a flowering branch with several pink apple blossom buds, green leaves, and a tree trunk in the background.
  • A lattice-crust apple pie on a white plate, with whole green apples arranged around it on a wooden table and a blue spatula at the side.
Granny Smith Apple Tree

Granny Smith Apple Tree

$54.95
$54.95
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Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

The Granny Smith Apple Tree is a legendary, vigorous, and high-yielding deciduous tree that brings crisp, tart flavor and structural beauty to the orchard or landscape. Celebrated for its iconic bright green skin and unmatched culinary versatility, this classic favorite is a must-have for home growers who value long-lasting fruit that remains firm and flavorful long after harvest.

In mid-spring, it produces clusters of delicate, fragrant white blossoms that hum with activity as pollinators visit. By late autumn, these blossoms have matured into large, glossy-green apples that are prized for their firm, juicy, and intensely tart flesh. As the season progresses, the lush green foliage provides a beautiful backdrop, eventually fading to reveal an impressive, heavy harvest that can be stored for months in cool conditions.

The Ecological Footprint

  • Wildlife Sanctuary: A vital provider of spring nectar for bees, hoverflies, and other essential pollinators that support your entire garden ecosystem.

  • The Fruit Buffet: Produces high-energy, nutrient-dense fruit that serves as a late-season food source for various birds and small mammals, helping them prepare for winter.

  • Orchard Anchor: Provides significant structure to the landscape, offering cooling shade and nesting sites for beneficial songbirds.

  • Landscape Versatility: Adaptable to various garden styles, from traditional orchards to productive, edible backyard hedges.

The Honest Harvest (What to Expect)

  • The Perks: Exceptionally long shelf life, highly productive, versatile for both fresh eating and baking, and a vigorous grower once established.

  • The Caveats: Requires a cross-pollinator (another apple variety) for reliable fruit set, needs consistent pruning to maintain vigor, and is susceptible to common orchard pests that may require organic management.

Specifications

  • Botanical Name: Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

  • Common Names: Granny Smith Apple, Green Apple

  • Mature Height: 12-15 feet (dwarf/semi-dwarf)

  • Mature Width: 10-15 feet

  • Growth Rate: Moderate to Fast

  • Lifespan: 35-50+ years

  • USDA Zones: 5-9

  • Chill Hours: 600-700

  • Sun Preference: Full sun

  • Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy, fertile soil

  • Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0-7.0)

  • Water Needs: Moderate to high; needs consistent watering for fruit development

  • Flower Color: White to light pink; mid-spring

  • Fruit Type: Large, firm, bright green apple; late autumn

  • Pollinators: Requires cross-pollination (e.g., Gala, Fuji, Red Delicious)

  • Growth Habit: Upright, spreading, dense canopy

  • Spacing: 12-15 feet apart

  • Landscape Uses: Home orchards, espalier, fresh fruit production, shade tree

  • Maintenance Level: Moderate (requires annual pruning and pest management)

Planting & Care Guide

  • Hydration: Saturate the planting area thoroughly before setting the tree into the ground, and maintain consistent moisture, especially during the first two years of establishment.

  • Siting: Choose a location that receives full, direct sun for at least 6-8 hours a day with well-draining soil to prevent root rot.

  • Mulching: Apply a thick 3-inch layer of organic mulch around the base to lock in ground moisture and suppress weeds, keeping the mulch clear of the main trunk to prevent rot.

  • Establishment: Ensure the tree receives regular, deep waterings throughout its first growing seasons to build a strong root system.

  • Pruning: Prune annually in late winter while the tree is dormant to remove dead wood, improve air circulation, and shape the canopy for optimal fruit production.

  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, organic fertilizer in early spring to support vigorous growth and fruit set, following soil test recommendations if available.

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