Apple
The pre-historic Apple has endured to become one of the most popular fruits in the world today. Depending on your belief system apples have been known to the human race since time began. Just ask Adam! Carbonized remains of apples have been found dating back to the Stone Age so there is no doubt that the Apple has always been part of our food chain. With over 10,000 different known varieties there is bound to be an aple to suit your gardening style and your palate.
Apples make up 18% of all horticultural exports from New Zealand generating an income of $300 million plus. How about "them apples"? Apples are rich in fibre, calcium, potassium and Vitamin C. The Vitamin C content is found just under the skin so it is best to munch with the skin on. So you can see why an Apple day helps keep the Doctor away.
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Apples are members of the Rose family and require similar growing conditions. They are happiest planted in a sunny, sheltered position. They can tolerate quite a range of soil types but they demand good drainage. It is also very important not let the soil around your Apple tree dry out completely during the summer. Some Apples are self-fertile (or partially so) which simply means they can produce fruit without a pollination partner i.e. a companion Apple tree. However, most Apple cultivars need a companion tree close by to provide cross pollination to ensure fruiting.
In urban areas pollination of Apple trees is seldom a problem as the popularity of Apples ensures there will be plenty of pollination partners in your neighbourhood that the bees will easily find. As a general rule good cross-pollination will occur if you plant Apple varieties that flower and fruit around the same time. If you are short on space you could choose a double grafted cultivar (2 varieties on 1 tree) and that will take care of any worries about the Apple's sex life! Most Apple trees in New Zealand are grown on semi-dwarf root stock which means they will seldom reach more than 5m. You can maintain your trees at lower height by careful pruning in the winter. These days you can also choose Apple varieties that are narrow and upright in habit (look for the name "Ballerina") and these can easily be grown in a container. Refer to our main fruit tree page for further planting and pruning information.
Most apples mature between February and March. The best way to test fruit maturity is by sampling! Storage should be in a cool dark place or if you prefer surplus Apples can be processed into Apple Sauce or Cider.
Some Apples can be damaged by Codling Moth. This can be controlled organically by placing Pheromone traps in your trees in late spring. The Pheromone entices the Male Codling Moth into the trap. This means he can't mate with the Female and therefore the lifecycle of this Apple pest is interrupted. Check your Apples regularly for signs of other pests and diseases and treat with your preferred method of control remembering not to spray insecticide at blossom time. Good cultivation habits will prevent most pest and disease problems. You can also choose disease resistant cultivars many of which are known as "Heritage" Apples. These varieties have stood the test of time - they often have a unique texture and flavour and are generally known as good doers.
And to finish............How do you make an Apple Turnover? Roll it down a Hill!
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PAGE 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 ALL This is probably New Zealand's most popular eating apple. Rosy red blushed skin. Creamy fine textured flesh, crisp, sweet and juicy. Regarded as one of the worlds finest apples and awarded a RHS Award of Garden Merit. Matures in mid summer. Deciduous. Apple Royal Gala MM106 Current Stock Height: 120/130 cm ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% Apple Royal Gala MM106 New stock expected Middle of July, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $59.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
Mouth watering large traditional apple thats crisp and sweet in flavour. A striking rich red apple with dark red flecks. The branches have short internodes creating a small tree. Can be eaten fresh or used for cooking. Deciduous. Apple Scallywag M116 New stock expected Middle of October, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $51.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Apple Grafted on M27 rootstock to keep dwarfed. Probably the best feature of this well known apple is the fact that it keeps so well over winter. Beautiful, large carmine red apple with creamy, very crisp flesh. Sweet tasting and very low acid. Ripens in autumn and holds on the tree well. Deciduous. Apple Splendour M27 New stock expected Beginning of August, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $54.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Apple Grafted on M9 rootstock to keep dwarfed. Probably the best feature of this well known apple is the fact that it keeps so well over winter. Beautiful, large carmine red apple with creamy, very crisp flesh. Sweet tasting and very low acid. Ripens in autumn and holds on the tree well. Deciduous. Apple Splendour M9 Current Stock Height: 140/160 cm ? Container: pb18 ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% Stock of this item is very low. aka Apple Probably the best feature of this well known apple is the fact that it keeps so well over winter. Beautiful, large carmine red apple with creamy, very crisp flesh. Sweet tasting and very low acid. Ripens in autumn and holds on the tree well. Deciduous. Apple Splendour MM102 Current Stock Height: 160/170 ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% aka Apple Probably the best feature of this well known apple is the fact that it keeps so well over winter. Beautiful, large carmine red apple with creamy, very crisp flesh. Sweet tasting and very low acid. Ripens in autumn and holds on the tree well. Deciduous. Apple Splendour MM106 Current Stock Height: 90/140 cm ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% aka Heritage Apple A medium sized heritage apple with green skin flushed yellow bronze. Good flavour with juicy, crisp yellow-green flesh. Leave on the tree as late as possible before picking - ripe around the end of autumn. Excellent for cider and cooking. Deciduous. Apple Sturmer MM102 New stock expected Beginning of August, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $54.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Heritage Apple A medium sized heritage apple with green skin flushed yellow bronze. Good flavour with juicy, crisp yellow-green flesh. Leave on the tree as late as possible before picking - ripe around the end of autumn. Excellent for cider and cooking. Deciduous. Apple Sturmer MM106 Current Stock Height: 70/90 cm ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% Apple Sturmer MM106 New stock expected Middle of July, 2023. Pre-order now. Estimated price $59.99 each. Payment when stock arrives.
aka Apple Sunrise Grafted on Northern Spy rootstock to keep compact / semi dwarfed. Sunrise produces large fruit that ripen around mid January. Yellow green skin with striking red stripes. One of the best early season apple varieties. PVR. Apple Sunrise NS Current Stock Height: 110/120 cm ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% aka Heritage Apple Heritage Apple. This apple mainly used in Cider making has small pale yellow fruit that are blushed with pink. The high quality flesh is sweet and juicy. Originates from Devon. Deciduous.
Apple Sweet Alford MM106 Current Stock Height: 150/170 cm ? Container: 8l ? WAS $54.99 LESS 25% 
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The Royal Gala apple was named to honour Queen Elizabeth the II.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
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Trademarked under this name.Can be biannual fruiter if fruit not thinned out. Harvest in Autumn when the fruit has reached full colour and size.
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.5m x 0.7m
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Can be container grown but will need a permanent support stake to prevent wind rock. There should be no need to prune this apple as it will stay small and compact.
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.8m x 1.5m
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Support with a permanent stake.
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.4m x 2.7m
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Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 2.5m
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Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
NOW $41.24
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This apple is very high in Vitamin C and has good keeping qualities so it is well worth growing.
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.5m x 3m
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This apple is very high in Vitamin C and has good keeping qualities so it is well worth growing.
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
NOW $41.24
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Support with a permanent stake to prevent wind rock. Suitable for container growing.
Habit: Compact
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 2.4m x 2.7m
NOW $41.24
Apple Information Page
Suitable for warmer areas including Auckland/Northland
Habit: Upright
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
NOW $41.24
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