Apple Tree (Live Seedling)

$5.55

A small seedling sprouting from a grow sponge in a small food safe plastic container and mailed to your address.

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A small seedling sprouting from a grow sponge in a small food safe plastic container and mailed to your address.

Growing a Fuji apple seedling (Malus domestica 'Fuji') can lead to a beautiful and productive tree with sweet, crisp apples—if cared for properly. Here's a complete guide to help your Fuji apple seedling thrive:

🍎 How to Grow a Fuji Apple Seedling

1. Know Your Tree

  • Type: Deciduous fruit tree

  • Hardiness Zones: USDA 4–9

  • Chill Hours Needed: ~300–600 hours below 45°F (7°C) annually

  • Mature Size:

    • Standard: 15–20 feet tall

    • Dwarf/Semi-dwarf (grafted): 8–15 feet

2. Pollination

  • Fuji apples are not self-pollinating.

  • Cross-pollination required: Plant another compatible apple variety nearby (within ~50 feet) such as:

    • Granny Smith

    • Honeycrisp

    • Gala

    • Golden Delicious

3. Site Selection

  • Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours/day)

  • Soil:

    • Well-draining, loamy soil

    • pH between 6.0 and 7.0

  • Spacing:

    • Standard trees: 15–20 feet apart

    • Dwarf: 8–10 feet apart

4. Planting the Seedling

  • Best Time: Early spring (or late fall in mild climates)

  • Steps:

    1. Dig a hole twice as wide and as deep as the root ball.

    2. Place the tree so that the graft union (a bump near the base) is 2–3 inches above the soil.

    3. Backfill with native soil (do not over-amend).

    4. Water deeply after planting.

    5. Stake the seedling if it's tall or exposed to wind.

5. Watering

  • Young trees: Keep soil consistently moist, not soggy. Water 1–2 times/week, depending on weather.

  • Established trees: Deep water every 7–10 days during dry periods.

6. Mulching

  • Apply 2–3 inches of mulch around the base to:

    • Conserve moisture

    • Suppress weeds

    • Regulate soil temperature
      Keep mulch 2–3 inches away from the trunk to prevent rot.

7. Fertilizing

  • First year: Light feeding only, if any (compost or a diluted balanced fertilizer in late spring)

  • Following years:

    • Use a balanced fertilizer (10-10-10) in early spring

    • Avoid excess nitrogen—it encourages leaf growth but fewer fruits

8. Pruning

  • When: Late winter or very early spring (while dormant)

  • How:

    • Remove crossing, dead, or diseased branches

    • Create an open, vase-like shape for light and air penetration

    • Encourage strong, outward-growing branches

9. Pests & Diseases

  • Common pests: Aphids, codling moths, apple maggots, scale insects

  • Diseases: Apple scab, fire blight, powdery mildew

  • Prevention:

    • Use dormant oil in winter

    • Practice clean pruning and sanitation

    • Consider organic sprays like neem oil or sulfur if needed

10. Fruit Production

  • Time to fruit: Usually 3–6 years from seedling stage

  • Blossom time: Spring

  • Harvest: Mid to late fall (usually October)

✅ Quick Tips for Fuji Apple Seedling Care

  • Needs a second apple tree nearby for pollination

  • Protect young trunks from rodents and sunscald (use tree wrap or guards in winter)

  • Thin fruit in early summer to avoid branch overload and improve apple size

  • Full sun is essential for sweet, crisp fruit