SKU: 00840369417855 2 Gala Apple Trees Bareroot 2-3 feet tall, you choose amount!

Key Features:

• Color: Medium-sized apples with a yellow-orange background and red striping; spring blooms are white to pink.
• Fragrance: Light floral scent from blossoms; sweet aroma from ripe fruit.
• Wildlife: Attracts bees and other pollinators in spring; ripe fruit may draw deer and birds.
• Pest Resistance: Moderate resistance to common apple pests but benefits from routine care against apple scab and codling moths.
• Planting Zones: USDA Zones 4-9 (best performance in temperate climates).
• Sun Preferences: Requires full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily).
• Drought Tolerance: Moderate; requires regular watering, especially in dry periods.
• Bare Root Planting Instructions:
  • Soak roots in water for 2-4 hours before planting.
  • Choose a well-draining location with full sun.
  • Dig a hole twice as wide as the root system and deep enough to accommodate the roots without bending.
  • Place the tree in the hole, ensuring the graft union (swollen area near the base) is 2 inches above the soil.
  • Backfill with soil, gently firming around the roots.
  • Water thoroughly and apply mulch, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk.
  • Stake young trees if needed to support growth.