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Apple Orchard - Variety Pack of Apple Trees

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Is Now a Good Time to Plant?

Yes! Fall is one of the best times to plant!

Landscaping experts often recommend planting in fall instead of waiting until spring. Here’s why:

  • Cooler weather puts less stress on newly planted trees and shrubs.
  • Fall soil is still warm, which helps roots grow and get established.
  • Cooler temperatures mean less water is lost through the leaves, making it easier for plants to stay hydrated.
  • Even after top growth slows for winter, roots continue developing below ground.
  • Fall weather often brings more rain and less heat, making new plants easier to care for.
  • By spring, your plants already have a head start. Their established roots can support strong new leaves, branches, and flowers.
  • Trees planted in spring must establish their roots while also dealing with rising temperatures and summer heat.

Plant this fall, and your trees can spend the cooler months getting settled instead of waiting until spring to get started!

Planting your Apple Orchard - Variety Pack of Apple Trees

Apple Orchard Pack Planting and Care Guide

An Apple Orchard Pack typically includes several apple tree varieties, each offering different flavors, ripening times, and uses. Growing a small apple orchard is rewarding, whether you're looking for fresh eating, baking, or making cider. By planting multiple varieties, you can extend your harvest season and cross-pollinate for better fruit yields. Here’s how to plant and care for your apple trees.

1. Planting Instructions

  • Location: Choose a sunny location with full sun (6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily) to encourage healthy growth and abundant fruit production. Apple trees do best in USDA zones 4-8, depending on the variety.
  • Soil Preparation: Apple trees thrive in well-draining, loamy soil that is slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0-7.0). If your soil is heavy or clay-like, amend it with organic matter such as compost to improve aeration and drainage. Poorly drained soils can lead to root rot and other diseases.
  • Spacing: Space your apple trees 15-25 feet apart, depending on whether they are standard, semi-dwarf, or dwarf varieties. Dwarf varieties need less space (10-15 feet) and are ideal for small orchards or backyard gardens.
  • Planting Hole: Dig a hole that is twice the width of the root ball and as deep as the tree’s root ball. This allows room for the roots to spread out. Position the tree so the graft union (the swollen area near the base) is about 2-3 inches above the soil surface.
  • Planting: Place the tree in the hole, backfill with the native soil mixed with organic compost, and gently tamp down to remove air pockets. Water thoroughly to settle the soil.
  • Mulching: Apply a 2-3 inch layer of organic mulch (like wood chips or straw) around the base of the tree, keeping it a few inches away from the trunk. Mulching helps retain moisture, regulate soil temperature, and suppress weeds.

2. Care Instructions (Establishment Period)

  • Watering: After planting, water your apple trees deeply. Continue to water regularly (about 1 inch of water per week) during the first year, especially during dry periods. Keep the soil consistently moist, but not waterlogged, during the growing season.
  • Fertilizing: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer (like 10-10-10) in early spring after planting, and again in late spring. Be cautious not to over-fertilize, as this can lead to excessive leaf growth at the expense of fruiting. Organic options, such as compost or aged manure, also work well.
  • Pollination: Apple trees require cross-pollination between different varieties to set fruit. Ensure that the varieties in your orchard pack are compatible. Plant trees within 50 feet of each other for optimal pollination. Pollinators, such as bees, are crucial for this process, so avoid using harmful pesticides during the blooming period.
  • Training and Support: Young apple trees benefit from being staked to help them grow upright and protect them from wind damage. Drive a sturdy stake into the ground next to the tree, and loosely tie the trunk to the stake with soft ties.

3. Maintenance and Long-Term Care

  • Pruning: Prune your apple trees in late winter or early spring, before new growth begins. Pruning is essential for maintaining the tree's shape, improving air circulation, and encouraging fruit production. Focus on removing dead, damaged, or crossing branches. As the tree grows, thin the canopy to allow sunlight to reach the developing fruit.
  • Thinning: Apple trees often produce more fruit than they can handle, leading to smaller or lower-quality apples. Thin the fruit when they are about the size of a marble, leaving about 6 inches between each fruit. This helps the remaining apples grow larger and improves the tree’s overall health.
  • Pest and Disease Control: Apple trees are susceptible to pests like apple maggots, codling moths, and aphids, as well as diseases like apple scab and fire blight. Monitor your trees regularly, and use organic pest control methods like neem oil, insecticidal soap, or pheromone traps. If disease issues arise, remove infected branches and apply fungicides when necessary.
  • Cold and Winter Care: Apple trees are hardy, but young trees may benefit from additional winter protection in colder climates (zones 4-5). Apply a thick layer of mulch around the base in late fall, and consider wrapping the trunk with burlap or tree wrap to prevent frost damage and deter pests like rodents.

4. Harvesting Your Apples

  • Harvest Timing: Different varieties of apples ripen at different times, typically from late summer to fall. Depending on your orchard pack, you might have early-season, mid-season, or late-season varieties. Knowing the ripening time of each variety allows you to stagger your harvest.
  • When to Harvest: Apples are ready to harvest when they easily come off the tree when gently twisted. Look for firm, full-sized apples with good color. Taste-testing is the best way to know if they are ready to pick, as apples sweeten on the tree.
  • Post-Harvest Care: Apples can be stored for several weeks in a cool, dark place. Some varieties, like Granny Smith and Fuji, store well for months. Handle apples gently to avoid bruising, as bruises shorten their shelf life.

5. Uses for Your Apples

  • Fresh Eating: Many apple varieties are perfect for fresh eating, especially sweeter types like Honeycrisp, Gala, and Fuji. They make an excellent snack and pair well with cheese, nuts, or salads.
  • Baking: Apples such as Granny Smith, Braeburn, and Jonathan are excellent for baking because they hold their shape well in pies, crisps, and tarts.
  • Apple Sauce: Apples like McIntosh and Golden Delicious are great for making applesauce. Their soft texture breaks down easily, creating a smooth and flavorful sauce.
  • Cider and Juicing: For making fresh apple juice or cider, a mix of sweet and tart varieties, like Gala and Granny Smith, creates a balanced flavor. If you're making hard cider, certain heirloom varieties, like Kingston Black, are ideal for their unique flavors.
  • Preserving: Apples can be dried, canned, or turned into jams and jellies for long-term storage. Apple butter and apple preserves are popular choices for enjoying your harvest throughout the year.
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The Apple Orchard - Variety Pack of Apple Trees thrives in Zones 5-8

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Recommended Zones 5-8
Mature Height 10-20 ft.
Mature Width 8-10 ft.
Cannot Ship To AZ, OR, ID, CA, WA
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Botanical Name Apple Orchard (Variety Pack of Apple Trees)

Plants that Make a Difference

For 20+ years, our team has shipped healthy, established plants to gardeners like you- all across the country. Every plant is selected and cared for by our plant experts before it ships to your door.

  • 20+ Years Experience

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Row of small royal gala apple trees growing in a rural yard with ripe fruit on the trees

Beware- not all Apple Orchard Variety Packs are the same.

Be sure to get superior fruit trees, grown by experts.

Better Roots Make Stronger Plants: Some nurseries send you "bare root" fruit trees to save on shipping. Even worse, others have started digging them right out of the ground before shipping. This causes major transplant shock and long-term damage. We send you Apple Orchard apple trees in soil-filled containers- ensuring a well-developed root system that is ready to grow and produce!

Healthy Plants: We've seen other nurseries grow tall fruit trees in tiny pots to save on shipping. This leads to a "root bound" tree, where the roots have outgrown their pot- they cannot absorb water and nutrients. They quickly dry out during shipment, leading to an unhealthy tree.

Close view of many bright green granny smith apples growing on an apple tree with deeper green leaves

The Apple Orchard pack gives you a backyard orchard in one order- four favorite apples, from sweet snacking apples to tart baking apples.

  • Four popular varieties: Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji and Granny Smith
  • They pollinate each other- plant within about 50 ft. for heavier harvests
  • A long harvest season from late summer into late fall, starting with Gala
  • Grows well in zones 5-8, reaching 10-20 ft. tall with annual pruning to keep picking easy

Not all plants are created equal

The Difference Is in the Roots

Every plant we ship has grown in a nursery container with its roots protected, so it arrives healthy, established and ready to thrive in your yard.

A full, branched Nationwide Plants tree in a nursery pot next to a thin bare-root tree with exposed roots Ours: container grown Theirs: bare root
Nationwide Plants Other Nurseries
How it's grown Grown in a nursery container, roots protected the whole time Pulled or dug from the field, tearing fragile roots
How it arrives Arrives in its pot with soil intact Arrives bare root, exposed and drying out
Before shipping Growing naturally until it ships Held dormant in a cooler, then shocked by a hot shipping box
Root health Strong, well-developed roots with room to grow Crammed into a small pot until it's root bound
Height Measured from the top of the soil Often includes the pot and roots
After planting Settles in quickly with less transplant shock Arrives stressed and can take years to recover, if it does

The height you see is the height you plant.

We measure every plant from the top of the soil, not the bottom of the pot. Many nurseries include the pot and roots, so a "5–6 ft." tree from them might stand only 4 ft. tall once it's planted.

Comparisons reflect common practices across the online plant industry, not any single company.

Honeycrisp apple tree growing in a small yard of a suburb home with a privacy hedge behind it and other homes in the background

Honest Measurements: Some nurseries measure trees including the pot and roots, so their "6-7 ft." tree may only be about half that size when planted. We measure all of our plants from the soil line, so the height you see is what you can expect after planting.

From our nursery to your door

How We Ship Your Plants

Every order is hand-selected, watered and carefully packed so it arrives healthy and ready to plant. Here's what happens after you place your order.

  1. Hand-Picked for You

    Our team selects the best plant available for your order. For privacy trees, that's the tallest and fullest. For fruit trees, it's the best branched.

    Why it matters: Many online nurseries ship whatever is next in the row.

  2. A Deep Drink Before the Trip

    Every plant gets a thorough watering right before it's packed, so it starts the journey fully hydrated.

  3. Roots Sealed In

    We wrap the pot and roots in plastic to lock in moisture, so your plant has water to drink all the way to your door.

    Why it matters: Bare-root plants are often shipped with their roots exposed and drying out.

  4. Braced for the Ride

    Cardboard inserts are secured inside every box to hold your plant in place, so it won't slide, tip or get damaged in transit.

  5. Shipped Only by FedEx

    We ship your trees exclusively with FedEx. We've found they deliver the fastest and handle live plants the most gently.

And if anything goes wrong, every plant is backed by our 1 Year Warranty.

Healthy Roots Make a Huge Difference

  • Never buy bare-root plants. These trees are starved of nutrients, and have a low survival rate.
  • Beware of nurseries cut corners by growing in small pots. These "rootbound" plants are weak, struggle to absorb nutrients, and die quickly after planting.
  • Some nurseries try to sell oversized plants, but chop off vital roots so they can cram the rootball into a narrow box to save on shipping!
Small fuji apple tree with many ripe fruit growing on the young apple tree

You Want Apple Orchard Variety Packs Grown by Experts

Some nurseries ship thin, underdeveloped fruit trees grown in tiny pots to save money. These weak, "root bound" trees can spend years recovering before they give you a real harvest.

Nationwide Plants only sends you strong Apple Orchard apple trees, selected and cared for by our plant experts, with healthy, developed roots. A strong start helps your trees settle in quickly and begin bearing fruit, often around 2-4 years after planting.

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Create Your Backyard Orchard with the Apple Orchard Bundle

Transform your outdoor space into a flourishing apple haven with our Apple Orchard Bundle. Featuring four of the most beloved apple varieties—Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Granny Smith—this bundle is perfect for homeowners who dream of growing their own fruit and enjoying fresh, homegrown apples year-round. Whether you're an experienced gardener or just starting your orchard, this collection offers something for everyone.

A Variety of Apples for Every Taste

Each tree in the Apple Orchard Bundle is hand-selected to thrive in diverse climates, ensuring a bountiful harvest. Here’s what makes these varieties stand out:

  • Gala Apples: Sweet and crisp, Gala apples are perfect for snacking and salads. They ripen early in the season, making them one of the first treats to enjoy.

  • Honeycrisp Apples: Known for their explosive crunch and honey-like sweetness, Honeycrisp apples are a crowd favorite for fresh eating.

  • Fuji Apples: With their juicy texture and balanced sweetness, Fuji apples are ideal for baking, fresh eating, and even juicing.

  • Granny Smith Apples: Famous for their tart flavor, Granny Smith apples are the go-to choice for pies, sauces, and preserves.

Key Benefits of the Apple Orchard Bundle

  • Four Premium Varieties: Get a versatile mix of flavors, textures, and uses from a single bundle.

  • Self-Pollinating Pairings: These varieties complement each other for cross-pollination, ensuring a higher yield with less effort.

  • Fast-Growing and Hardy: These trees are disease-resistant and adaptable, perfect for yards in growing zones 4-9.

  • Season-Long Harvest: Enjoy apples from late summer to early winter, depending on your region and variety.

Ideal Placement and Uses

Plant these trees in full sun with well-draining soil for the best results. Space them 10–15 feet apart for proper growth and air circulation. The Apple Orchard Bundle is great for:

  • Creating a picturesque mini orchard in your backyard.

  • Enhancing your landscape with lush, seasonal blooms and fruit-bearing trees.

  • Providing an eco-friendly, sustainable source of fresh fruit for your family.

Easy Growing and Care Tips

Growing your apple orchard is simpler than you think:

  1. Location Matters: Plant in a sunny spot with at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily.

  2. Water Wisely: Water deeply during the first year to establish strong roots, then reduce frequency as the trees mature.

  3. Prune Annually: Prune in late winter to shape the trees and encourage fruit production.

  4. Fertilize for Success: Use a balanced fertilizer in early spring to boost growth and maximize your harvest.

Start Your Apple Orchard Today

With the Apple Orchard Bundle, you'll enjoy delicious, homegrown apples and the satisfaction of cultivating your own fruit trees. Perfect for snacking, baking, or sharing, these four incredible varieties make it easy to enjoy fresh apples at home.

Grow your own apple orchard with our bundle of Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Granny Smith varieties! Enjoy fresh, crisp apples straight from your garden and experience the joy of harvesting your own fruit. Order your bundle now and start your orchard today!

Frequently Asked Questions about the Apple Orchard - Variety Pack of Apple Trees

What apple varieties come in the Apple Orchard variety pack?

The Apple Orchard variety pack includes four popular apple trees: Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Granny Smith. Together they give you a mix of sweet, crisp snacking apples and tart baking apples. Gala is sweet and crisp, Honeycrisp is famously crunchy, Fuji is juicy and balanced, and Granny Smith is the classic tart choice for pies and sauces.

Do the apple trees in the Apple Orchard pack pollinate each other?

Yes, the Gala, Honeycrisp, Fuji, and Granny Smith trees in this pack cross-pollinate one another. Apple trees need pollen from a different variety to set a good crop, so planting several varieties together is the key to heavy yields. Plant the trees within about 50 feet of each other and avoid spraying harmful pesticides while they bloom.

What growing zones are best for the Apple Orchard apple tree pack?

The Apple Orchard pack grows best in USDA Hardiness Zones 5 through 8. These varieties need cold winters to rest and set fruit, and they are well suited to most temperate regions within that range. In the colder parts of that range, protect young trunks with tree wrap and add mulch around the base in late fall.

How big do the trees in the Apple Orchard pack get?

The apple trees in the Apple Orchard pack typically mature at 10 to 20 feet tall and 8 to 10 feet wide. Annual pruning helps keep them at a manageable height for easy picking. Their size makes them a good fit for a backyard mini orchard, where they add spring blossoms, summer shade, and a fall harvest.

How far apart should I plant apple trees from the Apple Orchard pack?

Space the trees in the Apple Orchard pack about 10 to 15 feet apart for good growth and air circulation. Giving each tree room helps sunlight reach the fruit and reduces disease pressure. Larger standard-size trees can use more room, up to 15 to 25 feet, so plan your layout based on how big you will let the trees grow.

How long until the Apple Orchard trees produce apples?

Most young apple trees like those in the Apple Orchard pack begin bearing fruit about 2 to 4 years after planting. Giving them full sun, regular water in the first year, and annual pruning helps them reach fruiting age sooner. Thin young fruit to about 6 inches apart once it reaches marble size so the remaining apples grow larger.

When are apples ready to harvest from the Apple Orchard pack?

The Apple Orchard pack ripens over a long season, from late summer into late fall depending on your region and the variety. Gala ripens earliest, while Fuji and Granny Smith finish later. Apples are ready when they twist off easily and taste sweet. Granny Smith and Fuji store especially well for months in a cool, dark place.

How much sun and what soil do Apple Orchard trees need?

The Apple Orchard trees need full sun, ideally 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily, for healthy growth and heavy fruiting. Plant them in well-draining, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0 to 7.0. Amend heavy clay with compost, since poorly drained soil can lead to root rot and other problems.

How should I prune and fertilize apple trees from the Apple Orchard pack?

Prune your Apple Orchard trees each year in late winter or early spring before new growth starts. Remove dead, damaged, or crossing branches and thin the canopy so light reaches the fruit. Feed in early spring with a balanced fertilizer such as 10-10-10, but avoid overfeeding, which produces leafy growth at the expense of apples.

Which states can the Apple Orchard apple tree pack not be shipped to?

The Apple Orchard pack cannot be shipped to Arizona, Oregon, Idaho, California, or Washington because of state agricultural shipping restrictions on these trees. Customers in other states where the pack is offered can order it normally. If you live in one of these five states, a local nursery can help you find apple trees approved for your area.
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