Gala Apple tree
$50.00Price
What a Gala Apple Tree Is Like
Type: Deciduous fruit tree (Malus domestica 'Gala')
Size:
- Dwarf: ~10 ft tall
- Semi-dwarf: 12–15 ft
- Standard: Up to 30 ft (less common in home gardens)
Appearance:
- Medium-green serrated leaves
- Spring blossoms: white with pink tint
- Fruit: medium-sized, yellow background with red/orange striping
Flavor: Sweet, mild, crisp; thin skin; excellent for fresh eating and sauce.
Pollination:
- Technically self-fertile, but cross-pollination greatly increases yield.
- Good partners: Fuji, Honeycrisp, Golden Delicious.
How to Care for a Gala Apple Tree
Sunlight:
Needs full sun — at least 6–8 hours daily for best fruit color and sweetness.
Soil:
Prefers well-drained loamy soil, moderately fertile.
Ideal pH: 6.0–7.0.
Watering:
1–2 inches of water per week, especially during fruit development (June–August).
Reduce watering after harvest to encourage dormancy.
Fertilizing:
Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in early spring.
Common Issues:
- Cedar-apple rust
- Powdery mildew
Harvesting:
- Gala apples ripen earlier than many varieties — typically late August to early September.
- Pick when apples have full color and lift easily from the branch.
- Store at 32–40°F for long shelf life.
Guaranteed for one year. I all the proper steps have been done and the trees dies then send tree back.