Apple Tree

Malus domestica

moderate outdoor ✗ Toxic to pets

💧 Watering

Every 1–2 weeks, deep watering

☀️ Light

Full sun, 8+ hours

💦 Humidity

Average

🌡️ Temperature

35–85°F (2–29°C)

🪏 Soil

Rich, well-draining slightly acidic soil

✨ Fertilizing

Once in spring

🪴 Repotting

N/A — grown in landscape

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About Apple Tree

The classic fruit tree. Modern dwarf varieties make growing your own apples accessible even in small gardens.

Care tips

  • Most varieties need a pollinator — plant two different varieties
  • Thin fruit to 6 inches apart for larger apples
  • Annual pruning is essential for good fruit production

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