Fruit_and_Nuts - Just Arrived
And the well-worn wail of “Id simply love to grow fruit trees but I have no space in my garden” does not cut it. With the help of the technique of Espalier and with so many new varieties being bred that can live hapily in tubs, there is no excuse. One gardener we know has a variety of fourteen different fruits growing in her 500sq meter section and she still has space for ornamentals, a pond, veggies and a small native forest – plus the house of course.
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The varieties of most fruits are now so plentiful that there is something to please all tastes – no matter how nuts about fruit you are! Or just how fruity you are!
‘Fruits and Nuts’ encompasses a broad spectrum of plants, but like most traditionally cultivated plants, they all generally enjoy well-drained moist soils that are high in humus. They do need regular attention in the form of annual pruning which helps to expose the branches to the sun and air which practice helps to produce a quality harvest. But hey, what is a bit of effort with the shears once a year in comparison to the prize pleasure of a freshly picked, juicy, sweet plum or pear or peach?
Ever heard that saying “nutty as a fruitcake” – how did nuts first become associated with being a little crazy? Well we all know how rich in nutritional content nuts are, and that no self-respecting fruitcake would be without them, so don’t be nuts, go nuts and grow nuts!
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Grafted on M26 rootstock to keep dwarfed. Bred in Motueka around 1952 'Braeburn' has become a firm favourite in the Kiwi orchard. Crisp, firm and juicy with yellowish green skin that is broadly striped with red. Sweet flavour balanced with a moderate tartness for just a little zing. Deciduous.
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It is best to keep this tree staked for support. Can be grown in a container.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.8m x 1.5m
Apple Braeburn M26
Current Stock Height: 170/200 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.
Born and bred in Motueka around 1952 'Braeburn' has become a firm favourite in the Kiwi orchard. Crisp, firm and juicy with yellowish green skin that is broadly striped with red. Sweet flavour balanced with a moderate tartness for just a little zing. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Apple Braeburn MM106
Current Stock Height: 160/180 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Heritage Apple
Heritage Apple. A large and attractive apple with yellow-green skin strongly over-laid with red. The flesh is particularly nice for use in desserts. A vigorous apple that generally shows good disease resistance and keeps well once picked. The fruit ripens in autumn. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Apple Cameusa de llObregrate MM106
Current Stock Height: 140/160 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Heritage Apple
A heritage apple that was selected in NZ. The fruit is streaked bright red and has some russeting. The flesh is sweet and juicy with a very good flavour. Reliable and regular crops that are ripe around March. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Apple Captain Kidd Kay MM106
Current Stock Height: 140/160 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$64.99
Stock of this item is very low.
Apple Captain Kidd Kay MM106
Current Stock Height: 190/220 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
One of the finest apples ever grown. Greenish-yellow skin with orange-red striping. Rich, aromatic nutty flavour makes this older variety still hugely popular. Suitable for cooking or eating. Ripens towards March. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Apple Coxs Orange Pippin MM106
Current Stock Height: 160/190 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Heritage Apple
A medium sized, red, heritage apple that is crisp and juicy with a mild tart flavour. Excellent eating apple. Very resistant to pests and diseases therefore requiring less maintenance and suitable for organic growing. Fruit matures around February-March. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 4m x 4m
Apple Dayton MM106
Current Stock Height: 100/120 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$64.99
Apple Dayton MM106
Current Stock Height: 170/190 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Heritage Apple
A heritage apple from 1872. A classic russet, with a very rich, sweet, nutty flavour. Distinctive, thick, olive green-brown skin. The flesh is cream tinged with green. Compact tree that can be successfully grown in a container. Spur bearing. Ripe around March. Deciduous.
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This apple has a Certificate of Garden Merit from the Royal Horticultural Society.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 3m
Apple Egremont Russett MM106
Current Stock Height: 100/150 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$64.99
Apple Egremont Russett MM106
Current Stock Height: 150/170 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
Grafted on M26 rootstock to keep dwarfed. A Japanese variety with large fruit with a smooth red-shaded skin. The creamy white flesh is firm, juicy and sweet with a satisfying crunch when eaten fresh. Stores exceptionally well - for months if refrigerated. Ripe from mid autumn onwards. Deciduous.
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It is best to keep the tree staked for support. Can be grown in a container. 'Fuji' produces flowers and fruit on the tips of branches - be mindful of this when pruning.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.8m x 1.5m
Apple Fuji M26
Current Stock Height: 190/210 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
A Japanese variety with large fruit with a smooth red-shaded skin. The creamy white flesh is firm, juicy and sweet with a satisfying crunch when eaten fresh. Stores exceptionally well - for months if refrigerated. Ripe from mid autumn onwards. Deciduous.
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'Fuji' is a Tip Bearer meaning that the flowers and fruit are produced on the end of branches i.e. branch tips - be mindful of this when pruning.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
Apple Fuji MM106
Current Stock Height: 150/180 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.
There really is only one word for NZ's 'Gala' apple - superb. Crisp, crunchy, white juicy flesh that is aromatic and just tastes so good when picked straight off the tree. Nice red blush to the yellow skin. Ripe in February. Deciduous. On M27 rootstock to keep very compact - support with a stake.
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Habit: Compact
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 1.8m x 1.5m
Apple Gala M27
Current Stock Height: 180/200 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Apple
There really is only one word for NZ's 'Gala' apple - superb. Crisp, crunchy, white juicy flesh that is aromatic and just tastes so good when picked straight off the tree on a warm summers day. Nice red blush to the yellow skin. Ripe in summer around February. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
Apple Gala MM106
Current Stock Height: 190/210 cm ?
Container: 8l ?
$66.99
This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.
aka Heritage Apple
Grafted on M26 rootstock to keep dwarfed. This popular apple is very well named because it is indeed golden and very scrum-delicious. The flesh is crisp and juicy with a sweet honey flavour. Lovely eaten fresh but can be cooked. Highly productive and ripe towards the end of autumn. Deciduous.
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Provide a permanent stake to prevent wind rock and root damage.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3m x 3.6m
Apple Golden Delicious M26
Current Stock Height: 170/210 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.
aka Apple
This popular apple is very well named because it is indeed golden and very scrum-delicious. The flesh is crisp and juicy with a sweet honey flavour. Lovely eaten fresh but can be cooked. Highly productive and ripe towards the end of autumn. Deciduous.
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Golden Delicious was first introduced from the USA in 1890 but remains one of the leading commercial varieties throughout the world today.
Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 3m
Apple Golden Delicious MM106
Current Stock Height: 130/150 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
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aka Heritage Apple
Heritage Apple. An ancient variety from Europe that is worth growing for the historical interest alone. The skin is yellow with a strong flush of red and lightly russeted. A good eating apple and can be used for making cider. Good disease resistance. Deciduous.
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Habit: Upright
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 3m
Apple Golden Reinette MM106
Current Stock Height: 180/200 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
aka Heritage Apple
Grafted on M26 rootstock to keep compact. Everyone knows this classic bright green apple with its tangy flavour and crisp white flesh. Bake it, sauce it, slice it, caramelise it, but most of all, simply bite into it. Keeps well. A productive regular tip bearer maturing later in April.
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Support with a permanent stake even in a container. 'Granny Smith' flowers and fruit are produced on the branch tips - be mindful of this when pruning.
Habit: Compact
Leaves: Deciduous, Green
Mature Size 7-10 yrs (HxW): 3.5m x 2.5m
Apple Granny Smith M26
Current Stock Height: 180/220 cm ?
Container: pb18 ?
$66.99
This plant will soon be in stock and can be pre-purchased now.
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