{"title":"Plums, Plumcots \u0026 Pluots","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"bare-root-tree-offer\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBare Root Tree Savings\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMix and match eligible bare root trees: \u003cstrong\u003ebuy 3, save 5%\u003c\/strong\u003e; \u003cstrong\u003ebuy 10, save 15%\u003c\/strong\u003e; or \u003cstrong\u003ebuy 6 and receive free standard shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e. Lower 48 only. Discounts and shipping thresholds are calculated separately from potted plants and perennials. \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003eSee complete shipping details\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlum Trees and Plumcot Varieties for Home Orchards and Gardens\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you’re starting a backyard orchard, adding to an edible landscape, or growing fresh fruit at home, our Plum Trees collection offers a variety of high-quality fruit trees featuring classic plums, pluots, and unique stone fruit hybrids. Explore trusted varieties with different flavors, harvest seasons, chill requirements, and growth characteristics to find the right fit for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlum trees produce beautiful spring blossoms and flavorful fruit that can be enjoyed fresh, preserved, baked, or dried. Our collection includes popular plum varieties as well as hybrid fruits like the plumcot, which combines characteristics of plums and apricots for a unique taste and texture. Options include Japanese plums, European plums, and multi-grafted trees designed to provide diverse harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShop our selection of plum trees and plumcot varieties to grow delicious homegrown fruit and create a productive garden landscape. Whether you’re planting your first fruit tree or expanding your orchard, find quality varieties selected for gardeners who want fresh, flavorful harvests season after season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompare \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plum-trees\"\u003eplum trees\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/japanese-plum-trees\"\u003eJapanese plum trees\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pluot-trees\"\u003epluot trees\u003c\/a\u003e to plan pollination and extend the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf","title":"Double Delight Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine Tree gives gardeners two distinct reasons to look forward to the growing season. In spring, vivid double pink blossoms cover the branches with a display that feels more like an ornamental flowering tree than a conventional orchard variety. Summer follows with smooth, red-blushed nectarines and firm yellow freestone flesh, delivering a bright balance of sweetness, tang, and classic nectarine aroma. The fruit is flavorful enough to enjoy straight from the tree and sturdy enough for grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing. This combination of showy bloom and useful harvest makes Double Delight especially rewarding in a visible part of the garden, where it can contribute beauty before the fruit even begins to form. It is an excellent choice for shoppers who want an edible landscape tree that earns attention in more than one season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis adaptable variety needs about 300 chill hours and grows across USDA zones 6–10. In suitable climates, harvest commonly falls from early to mid-July. Plant it where the blossoms and fruit can be enjoyed in full sun, with well-drained soil and room for air to move through the canopy. Regular thinning improves fruit size and reduces strain on branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble Delight is self-fruitful and capable of cropping by itself. Another peach or nectarine with overlapping bloom may draw additional pollinators and support fruit set. Pairing it with an earlier white nectarine also creates an appealing contrast in color, acidity, and harvest timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium yellow-fleshed freestone nectarine with red-blushed skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, tangy, aromatic, and lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for an earlier white-fleshed crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-suncrest-semi-dwarf-7150\"\u003eSuncrest Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for midseason variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune for an open canopy and thin clusters so developing nectarines do not crowd one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Delight was introduced by Zaiger Genetics as part of its breeding work combining ornamental bloom with dessert-quality fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543277822065,"sku":"FT130","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/DoubleDelight2.png?v=1747085997"},{"product_id":"apricot-harcot-semi-dwarf","title":"Harcot Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarcot brings color, fragrance, and resilience together in a handsome apricot suited to colder orchard climates. Its medium-sized fruit develops bright orange skin washed with a striking reddish blush, while the firm flesh inside is sweet, aromatic, and flavorful. The fruit has enough structure for canning and drying, yet its perfume and balanced sweetness make it equally rewarding fresh from the tree. Harcot’s later bloom is a practical advantage in areas where early apricot flowers are often threatened by spring frost, and the blossom display adds its own ornamental beauty before the crop begins to form. Developed for cold hardiness and dependable performance, this variety gives northern gardeners an opportunity to grow high-quality apricots without sacrificing eating pleasure. For a home orchard that needs both toughness and attractive dessert fruit, Harcot is a particularly thoughtful and satisfying selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, avoiding sites that remain wet. Citation rootstock produces a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Prune for an open canopy, maintain even moisture during fruit development, and watch local forecasts even though its later bloom can reduce frost exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarcot is self-fruitful and can set fruit alone. Another compatible apricot with overlapping bloom can increase pollinator visits, may improve production, and adds another harvest window to a cold-climate orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarcot Apricot Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized bright orange apricots with a reddish blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, sweet, aromatic, and flavorful\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, canning, drying, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apricot can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-chinese-semi-dwarf\"\u003eChinese Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-earli-autumn-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEarli Autumn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, open-canopy pruning, and frost awareness during bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Harcot name joins “Har,” for Canada’s Harrow research station, with “cot,” the familiar ending used for apricot cultivars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543322419313,"sku":"FT071","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/harcot-apricot-800.jpg?v=1747085919"},{"product_id":"nectarine-nectaplum-a-spice-zee","title":"Spice Zee Nectaplum Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpice Zee Nectaplum is as much an ornamental showpiece as it is a fruit tree. Spring begins with a vivid display of pink blossoms, followed by burgundy-red foliage that deepens toward dark red-green as the season advances. Against that dramatic canopy, medium-sized fruit develops from dark maroon to rosy pink, concealing juicy white flesh with a flavor that genuinely suggests both nectarine and plum. The taste is sweet, tangy, aromatic, and difficult to compare to ordinary stone fruit, making Spice Zee especially exciting for fresh eating and creative desserts. Its low-chill requirement brings this unusual harvest within reach of many mild-winter gardens, while the semi-dwarf habit keeps the tree suitable for a home orchard. For gardeners who want a tree that earns its space through flowers, foliage, and distinctive fruit, Spice Zee delivers interest from early spring through summer harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil. Citation rootstock produces a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Prune for light and airflow, thin crowded fruit when needed, and provide steady moisture during development to support fruit size and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpice Zee is self-fruitful and can produce alone. Another compatible stone fruit nearby can increase pollinator activity and may support fruit set while adding a contrasting flavor or harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpice Zee Nectaplum Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized fruit with red-purple skin and juicy white flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aromatic, juicy, sweet-tangy, with distinct nectarine and plum notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Premium fresh eating, desserts, baking, preserves, and fruit plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-July to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 200–300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flavor-king-pluot-tree-1\"\u003eFlavor King Pluot\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/dapple-dandy-plumcot-tree\"\u003eDapple Dandy Pluot\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-aprium-flavor-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFlavor Delight Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, open-canopy pruning, and fruit thinning when needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spice Zee was developed by Zaiger Genetics in Modesto and became the first widely marketed fruit under the NectaPlum® name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543322746993,"sku":"FT131","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/SpiceZee1.jpg?v=1766094695"},{"product_id":"jujube-lang-standard","title":"Lang Jujube Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eLang is a classic drying jujube, valued for pear-shaped fruit that develops its richest character after it wrinkles and cures. The medium-to-large fruit begins green, turns reddish brown, and has firm flesh with mild sweetness when fresh. As it dries, the texture becomes soft and chewy while the flavor deepens into the warm, concentrated character associated with Chinese dates. That transformation makes Lang especially useful for long-term storage, baking, tea, soups, and traditional recipes, though partially dried fruit can also be enjoyed as a snack. The tree is durable, productive, and attractive, with fine foliage and late spring flowers that help it avoid some early frost problems. Its tolerance of heat, drought, and varied soils makes it a practical choice for challenging orchard sites. For gardeners interested in preserving and cooking with jujubes, Lang provides a dependable crop designed for exactly that purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil with space for a standard tree. Train a strong framework while young and prune for airflow and harvesting access. Established trees tolerate dry conditions, though steady moisture during fruit development supports crop quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLang requires Li or another compatible jujube for reliable pollination. Pairing it with a strong fresh-eating variety also creates a useful orchard combination: crisp fruit for immediate enjoyment and Lang fruit for drying and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLang Jujube Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large, pear-shaped fruit that ripens reddish brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm and mildly sweet fresh; soft, chewy, and richly flavored when dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Drying, storage, baking, tea, soups, and traditional recipes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late August to mid-October, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 100 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires Li or another compatible jujube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-li-standard\"\u003eLi\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-honey-jar-std-tr\"\u003eHoney Jar\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-sugar-cane-std-tr\"\u003eSugar Cane\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with a compatible jujube and allow fruit to wrinkle for the best dried quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lang was among the Chinese jujube cultivars introduced to the United States through federal plant-exploration work in the early twentieth century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543323107441,"sku":"FT245","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT245.jpg?v=1747085915"},{"product_id":"jujube-li-standard","title":"Li Jujube Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eLi is one of the best all-purpose jujubes for a home orchard, combining large fruit, crisp fresh-eating texture, and excellent dried quality. The plump, round fruit ripens from green to reddish brown and offers a refreshing apple-like crunch with mild honey sweetness. Pick it firm for snacking, slicing, and lunchboxes, or let the fruit wrinkle and dry for a chewy, richer, date-like treat. Its generous size makes preparation easy, whether the harvest is destined for baking, tea, storage, or eating directly beneath the tree. Fine leaves and small late-spring flowers give Li an attractive, airy canopy, while exceptional heat tolerance and drought resistance make the tree dependable in climates that challenge many conventional fruits. For new jujube growers, Li is an especially welcoming introduction: productive, adaptable, versatile in the kitchen, and satisfying at multiple stages of ripeness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil with room for a standard tree. Develop a sturdy framework when young, then prune for airflow and convenient picking. Once established, Li tolerates drought, but regular water during fruit development supports larger, juicier fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLi is self-fruitful and can produce alone. Another jujube can increase pollinator activity and may enhance production; Li is also a particularly useful pollinizer for Lang, making the pair a practical orchard combination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLi Jujube Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, plump, round fruit that ripens reddish brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp and apple-like with mild honey sweetness; chewy when dried\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, slicing, drying, baking, tea, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early September to mid-October, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 100 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another jujube may improve activity and production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-lang-standard\"\u003eLang\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-honey-jar-std-tr\"\u003eHoney Jar\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/jujube-ga866-tree-standard\"\u003eGA 866\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, and structural pruning while young\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Li came to American orchards through early USDA introductions of named Chinese jujube cultivars.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543323500657,"sku":"FT246","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT246.jpg?v=1747085912"},{"product_id":"plum-japanese-satsuma-semi-dwarf","title":"Satsuma Plum Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSatsuma Plum Tree produces the dramatic “blood plum” fruit that turns every cut plum into a vivid display. Small-to-medium fruit develops smooth mottled maroon skin around deep red flesh that is juicy, mildly sweet, and richly plum flavored. The saturated color makes Satsuma exceptional fresh and especially beautiful in preserves, sauces, baked desserts, and fruit plates. Showy white blossoms cover the branches in early spring, bringing beauty and pollinator activity before the dark crop begins to form. Associated with Luther Burbank’s influential work with Japanese plums, Satsuma has become a lasting home-orchard favorite because its visual appeal is matched by real kitchen usefulness. For gardeners who want fruit with color all the way through—not merely a dark skin—this variety offers a distinctive harvest with a pleasingly gentle flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSatsuma grows semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 6–10, with a confirmed 300-hour chill requirement. In suitable climates, harvest is typically during August. Plant in full sun, thin fruit for size, and maintain even moisture while the red flesh develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSatsuma requires a compatible Japanese plum. The confirmed available partner is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/santa-rosa-plum-tree\"\u003eSanta Rosa Plum\u003c\/a\u003e; \u003ca href=\"\/products\/plum-burgundy-japanese-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e is another useful orchard companion.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSatsuma Plum Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small to medium plums with mottled maroon skin and deep-red flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy, mildly sweet, rich, and gently tangy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, preserves, sauces, baking, and fruit plates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible Japanese plum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers\/companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/santa-rosa-plum-tree\"\u003eSanta Rosa\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/plum-burgundy-japanese-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBurgundy\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and keep irrigation consistent as fruit develops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Satsuma reached American orchards through Luther Burbank’s work with Japanese plums and was named for Japan’s former Satsuma province.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543347847281,"sku":"FT199","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/satsuma-plum.jpg?v=1766094707"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-constant-harvest-apple-semi-dwarf-no-1-size","title":"\"Constant Harvest\" Apple, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Constant Harvest” Apple 4-on-1 Multi-Grafted Fruit Tree turns one orchard space into a varied season of crisp, colorful apples. Four apple varieties share a single semi-dwarf tree, offering differences in skin color, sweetness, acidity, texture, and ripening time. As one branch finishes, another can begin, creating a succession of fruit for eating fresh, baking, sauce, preserves, dehydrating, juice, and cider. Fragrant spring blossoms add beauty and draw pollinators before the changing harvest develops. Exact grafted varieties may vary and cannot be selected, so each tree arrives as its own compact apple collection. For a smaller yard—or for a gardener who finds it impossible to choose just one apple—this tree offers discovery, culinary range, and the satisfying abundance of several varieties without requiring four separate planting locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock needs approximately 500–700 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–10. Its component varieties generally provide a late-season harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible varieties share the canopy and can support pollination together. Label every scaffold and prune vigorous grafts more heavily so all four remain balanced and productive.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003e\"Constant Harvest\" Apple, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Four apple varieties with varying colors, textures, and flavors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A range from sweet to sweet-tart and crisp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, preserves, dehydrating, juice, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late fall, with timing varying by graft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 500–700 hours, depending on grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful as a multi-grafted tree; compatible varieties share one canopy and support fruit set together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePossible varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selections vary and cannot be chosen; the exact combination supplied may change by season.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Label each scaffold and prune dominant grafts more strongly to preserve all four varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e One semi-dwarf tree can provide several apple flavors and a staggered harvest in the footprint of one planting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543551664241,"sku":"FT003","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT003_Constant_Harvest_Apple_4_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769690053"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-constant-harvest-asian-pear-standard-no-1-size","title":"Asian Pears, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eAsian Pears, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree creates a compact orchard of crisp, juicy pears in a single planting space. Several compatible Asian pear varieties share one trunk, so the spring canopy can carry abundant white blossoms followed by fruit differing in skin color, flavor, and ripening time. That diversity turns harvest into a progression rather than a single moment and gives the gardener multiple pears for fresh eating, salads, preserves, and sharing. Exact grafted varieties vary with nursery availability and cannot be selected, which makes each tree its own orchard assortment. Asian pears are especially satisfying because they ripen with a refreshing apple-like crunch while retaining pear fragrance and exceptional juiciness. For a smaller garden, this multi-graft delivers variety, useful cross-pollination, and a longer season without requiring space for several full trees.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tree grows semi-dwarf on OHxF333 rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 5–10, with a confirmed 250–350 chill-hour requirement. In suitable climates, the combined harvest generally spans July through September. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Label each scaffold while tags are visible, then prune and thin thoughtfully so vigorous grafts do not overtake slower-growing branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compatible grafts pollinate within the shared canopy, so a separate pear is not required. Adding \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pear-bartlett-european-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBartlett\u003c\/a\u003e nearby may further improve pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAsian Pear Multi-Graft Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A changing assortment of round Asian pears in gold, yellow, bronze, or russet tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, refreshing, and sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, preserves, and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e July through September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250–350\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on OHxF333 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible grafts pollinate within the shared canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companion:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/pear-bartlett-european-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBartlett Pear Tree\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Label scaffolds and balance annual pruning so no graft dominates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e One trunk can provide several distinct pear experiences across a staggered harvest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543552090225,"sku":"FT004","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT004_Asian_Pears_4_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769697279"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-constant-harvest-pluot-standard-no-1-size","title":"\"Constant Harvest\" Pluot 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003e“Constant Harvest” Pluot 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree turns one planting space into a season-long exploration of richly flavored plum-apricot hybrids. Several compatible pluot varieties share a single canopy, producing fruit that may range from honeyed and floral to brightly sweet-tart, with skin and flesh colors changing from graft to graft. Staggered ripening means the excitement continues beyond a single harvest week, while spring blossoms make the tree an attractive feature before fruit forms. Exact varieties vary with nursery availability and cannot be selected, giving each tree its own orchard personality. For gardeners with limited room—or fruit enthusiasts who want maximum diversity—this multi-graft offers built-in pollination, memorable fresh eating, and an engaging opportunity to compare several celebrated pluots side by side.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis semi-dwarf tree grows on Citation rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 6–10, with a confirmed 400–500 chill-hour requirement. Harvest timing varies by the specific grafts. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, label each scaffold while tags are visible, and balance annual pruning so no graft dominates.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible pluot grafts provide pollination within the shared canopy, so a separate tree is not required. Another suitable partner such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/santa-rosa-plum-tree\"\u003eSanta Rosa Plum\u003c\/a\u003e can still broaden bloom activity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eConstant Harvest\" Pluot 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Several pluot varieties with changing colors and ripening times\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy, aromatic, sweet, and tangy with plum and apricot character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, desserts, baking, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Varies by grafted variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–500\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible grafts pollinate within the canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers\/companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/santa-rosa-plum-tree\"\u003eSanta Rosa Plum\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Label scaffolds and balance pruning so every graft retains light and space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e One trunk can carry several distinctive pluots and turn harvest into a sequence of flavor discoveries.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543553106033,"sku":"FT007","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT007_Constant_Harvest_Pluot_4_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769697296"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-low-chill-apple-no-1-size","title":"Low Chill Apple, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eLow Chill Apple, 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree turns a single planting space into a varied apple harvest designed for mild-winter climates. Multiple compatible varieties share one trunk, creating a lively display of spring blossoms followed by apples that can differ in color, flavor, and ripening season. The result is more variety for fresh eating, baking, sauce, and cider without dedicating room to four separate trees. Because the grafts flower together, the canopy also creates its own compact pollination community. Exact varieties can change with nursery availability and cannot be selected, making each tree a small orchard surprise. For warm-region gardeners who assumed flavorful homegrown apples were out of reach, this low-chill multi-graft offers an inviting, space-conscious way to enjoy a longer and more diverse season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis tree is suited to USDA zones 5–10, requires about 100 chill hours, and grows semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock. In suitable climates, the combined crop may span late June through mid-October. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Label each scaffold while tags are visible, then prune and thin thoughtfully so vigorous grafts do not shade or overtake slower-growing partners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grafted varieties pollinate one another, so a separate apple is not required. Another compatible apple nearby can still increase bloom activity and broaden the orchard; warm-climate companions include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anna-apple-tree\"\u003eAnna\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-dorsett-apple-tree\"\u003eGolden Dorsett\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLow Chill Apple Multi-Graft Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A changing mix of gold, green, blushed, and red apples\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A varied harvest centered on crisp, sweet, flavorful fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, juice, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late June to mid-October, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 100\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compatible grafts pollinate within the shared canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/anna-apple-tree\"\u003eAnna\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/golden-dorsett-apple-tree\"\u003eGolden Dorsett\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Label scaffolds and balance annual pruning so no graft dominates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e One trunk can deliver several apple experiences and a harvest stretching across months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543553532017,"sku":"FT008","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT008_Low_Chill_Apple_4_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769697330"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-western-fruit-salad-standard","title":"Western \"Fruit Salad\" 4 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Western Fruit Salad Tree turns one planting site into a varied warm-climate stone-fruit collection. Compatible nursery-selected grafts may include peaches, nectarines, plums, and apricots, each contributing its own skin color, flesh texture, flavor, and ripening period to a shared canopy. The result is more than a space-saving novelty: spring blossoms create a layered ornamental display, pollinators move among the flowering branches, and summer brings a sequence of fruits to compare fresh from the tree. Labeled scaffolds make the tree especially engaging for families and gardeners who enjoy following several varieties through the season. It is an appealing choice for anyone who wants orchard diversity without planting multiple full-sized trees. Careful annual balancing is essential, but the reward is a distinctive centerpiece that can provide multiple stone-fruit experiences from a single, thoughtfully managed tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExact included varieties and graft count may change and cannot be selected. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. The confirmed sheet lists Citation rootstock and a standard framework. Preserve labels and keep all grafts balanced through annual pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nursery selects compatible varieties whose overlapping bloom makes the assembled tree self-fruitful as a unit. Other stone fruit nearby can increase pollinator activity and broaden the orchard’s flavor and harvest range.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWestern \"Fruit Salad\" Multi-Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A nursery-selected mix of compatible peaches, nectarines, plums, and\/or apricots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A varied sequence of sweet, aromatic, tangy, firm, and juicy stone fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, freezing, canning, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-June to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season, depending on included varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 400–450 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful as a compatible multi-variety tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exact varieties vary; related choices include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/royal-blenheim-apricot-tree\"\u003eRoyal Blenheim Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-tomcot-semi-dwarf\"\u003eTomcot Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/flavor-king-pluot-tree-1\"\u003eFlavor King Pluot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Retain scaffold labels and prune annually so no single graft dominates the canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e A multi-grafted fruit-salad tree can spread several flavors and harvest dates across the space occupied by one root system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543553925233,"sku":"FT009","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT009_Western_Fruit_Salad_4_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769697346"},{"product_id":"apple-braeburn-semi-dwarf","title":"Braeburn Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eBraeburn Apple Tree produces a handsome, modern dessert apple with the crunch, spice, and versatility to move easily from the lunchbox to the kitchen. Medium to large fruit develops a glowing mixture of red, orange, and gold over green skin, while the dense flesh remains notably crisp and juicy. Its flavor balances sweetness and acidity with warm spicy notes, giving fresh slices more character than a simply sweet apple and helping the fruit retain personality in pies, crisps, sauce, cider, and dried snacks. Braeburn also keeps its texture and flavor well after harvest, extending the value of a productive fall crop. Fragrant spring flowers add beauty before the fruit develops. For shoppers seeking one tree that can deliver polished fresh-eating apples, dependable storage, and excellent cooking performance, Braeburn offers a remarkably complete package.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBraeburn needs about 700 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–10. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from October into November.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBraeburn can be self-fruitful in suitable climates, but a compatible pollinizer is important in colder areas and can improve fruit set generally. Granny Smith or Fuji are useful partners.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBraeburn Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large red-orange-and-gold apple over green skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, crisp, juicy, sweet-tart, and subtly spicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, pies, sauce, cider, dehydrating, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e October through November\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Can be self-fruitful, but a compatible pollinizer improves reliability and is recommended in colder climates.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow fruit to color fully and store cool to preserve its exceptional crunch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The variety was named for Braeburn Orchards near Motueka, New Zealand, where the chance seedling was first grown commercially.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543554482289,"sku":"FT010","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT010.jpg?v=1747085669"},{"product_id":"ashmead-kernel-apple-tree","title":"Ashmead Kernel Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eAshmead’s Kernel Apple Tree is a connoisseur’s heirloom chosen for flavor so complex that its modest russeted appearance quickly becomes part of its charm. Medium fruit develops golden-brown skin around dense, crisp, creamy flesh with an intense sweet-tart balance and aromatic notes often compared with pear, citrus, honey, and spice. The first bite is bright and concentrated rather than simply sugary, and a short period in storage can deepen its fragrance and soften the sharper edges. Ashmead’s Kernel is exceptional fresh, where its layered flavor can be fully appreciated, and equally compelling in cider, juice, and sophisticated baking. For gardeners who value individuality over polished uniformity, this old English apple offers the satisfaction of harvesting fruit that tastes unmistakably different—an orchard treasure whose weathered exterior conceals one of the apple world’s most celebrated flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAshmead’s Kernel needs 800–1,000 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–9. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from early September – late September, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is partially self-fruitful but crops best with a compatible apple nearby. Cox’s Orange Pippin or Golden Delicious can provide pollen where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAshmead Kernel Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium golden-brown russet apple with creamy flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense, crisp, intensely sweet-tart, and aromatic with pear, citrus, honey, and spice notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, cider, juice, baking, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e early September – late September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800–1,000 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partially self-fruitful; best crops come with a compatible pollinizer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cox-s-orange-pippin-apple-semi-dwarf\"\u003eCox’s Orange Pippin\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e A short storage period can round the acidity and deepen the fruit’s aroma.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ashmead’s Kernel bears the name of Dr. Thomas Ashmead, who raised the original tree in Gloucester, England.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543555072113,"sku":"FT011","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT011.jpg?v=1747085667"},{"product_id":"apple-arkansas-black-spur-semi-dwarf","title":"Arkansas Black Spur Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eArkansas Black Spur Apple Tree produces some of the most visually dramatic fruit in the orchard—apples that deepen from dark red to an almost black-purple finish as autumn advances. Beneath that striking skin is dense, crisp flesh with bold sweet-tart flavor and a character that continues to evolve after harvest. Fresh from the tree, the apples can be firm and intense; after time in storage, they mellow, sweeten, and develop richer aromatic depth. This transformation makes Arkansas Black especially rewarding for gardeners who enjoy storing fruit into winter, while its structure and flavor also suit baking, cider, and cooking. The compact spur-bearing habit adds practical appeal. For shoppers seeking an heirloom apple with mystery, longevity, and a harvest unlike familiar supermarket varieties, Arkansas Black offers both dramatic beauty and the pleasure of fruit that improves with patience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArkansas Black Spur needs 500–600 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–9. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens in October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is partially self-fruitful but benefits substantially from a compatible pollinizer. Golden Delicious or Granny Smith can support stronger fruit set where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArkansas Black Spur Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium apple that matures from deep red to nearly black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very dense and crisp with bold sweet-tart flavor that mellows in storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Storage, fresh eating after conditioning, baking, cooking, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500–600 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partially self-fruitful; a compatible apple is recommended for stronger crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store harvested apples for several weeks to allow their texture and flavor to mellow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arkansas Black was found in Benton County, Arkansas, in the nineteenth century and is generally considered a seedling of Winesap.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543556022385,"sku":"FT015","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Ft015_934e4597-61f9-4ca3-b423-e9b97513df1f.jpg?v=1766094806"},{"product_id":"multi-grafted-sweet-cherry-standard-no-1-size","title":"Sweet Cherry, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eA multi-grafted sweet cherry tree turns one planting space into a miniature cherry orchard, carrying three compatible varieties on a shared trunk. Each scaffold offers its own fruit character, so the harvest can include appealing differences in color, sweetness, texture, and ripening time without requiring room for three separate full-sized trees. Spring is especially beautiful as the branches flower across the combined canopy, drawing bees from one variety to the next and helping create a lively pollination environment. As fruit develops, the labeled limbs make the tree an engaging orchard centerpiece and a fun way for families to compare cherries fresh from the garden. This is an excellent option for gardeners who want more diversity from limited space, provided they are willing to prune thoughtfully and keep every graft growing as a balanced part of the tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe nursery selects three compatible sweet cherry varieties; exact varieties vary and cannot be chosen. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. The standard tree is grafted on Mazzard rootstock. Keep the variety labels attached, then prune so no single scaffold dominates the shared canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe included varieties are selected for compatible bloom and mutual pollination, making the assembled tree self-fruitful as a unit. Another sweet cherry nearby is not required, but additional overlapping bloom can increase pollinator activity and add even more variety to the orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSweet Cherry, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Three compatible sweet cherry varieties growing on one shared tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e A changing mix of sweet-cherry colors, textures, and flavor profiles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, freezing, canning, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-May to mid-June, with timing varying by region and season, depending on the included varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 600–800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Mazzard rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful as a multi-variety tree; included varieties pollinate one another\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exact included varieties vary. For another orchard tree, consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-stella-semi-dwarf\"\u003eStella\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lapins-cherry-tree\"\u003eLapins\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rainier-cherry-tree-1\"\u003eRainier\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep scaffold labels in place and prune annually to balance vigor among all three grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multi-grafting uses one root system to support several named fruit varieties, creating a living collection in the space of one tree.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543556644977,"sku":"FT016","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT016_Sweet_Cherry_2_on_1_Multi_Grafted_Fruit_Tree.png?v=1769697362"},{"product_id":"cox-s-orange-pippin-apple-semi-dwarf","title":"Cox Orange Pippin Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCox’s Orange Pippin Apple Tree is one of the great dessert apples, treasured for a flavor that unfolds in layers rather than ending with simple sweetness. Medium fruit develops golden skin striped and flushed orange-red, enclosing firm, juicy flesh with rich aroma and hints often described as citrus, spice, pear, and honey. A fully ripened apple can perfume the room, and its concentrated sweet flavor makes it exceptional for fresh eating, cheese boards, fine desserts, juice, and cider. The fruit’s complexity is the reason generations of apple enthusiasts have used Cox as a benchmark against which other cultivars are judged. For gardeners in a moderate climate who want an orchard variety with prestige, history, and a genuinely distinctive eating experience, Cox’s Orange Pippin offers the pleasure of harvesting an apple that commercial distribution rarely presents at its aromatic best.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCox’s Orange Pippin needs about 800 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–8. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from September into early October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt can be self-fruitful in some climates but sets more reliably with a compatible pollinizer nearby. Golden Delicious is a practical partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCox Orange Pippin Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium golden apple striped and flushed orange-red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, richly aromatic, and sweet with citrus, spice, pear, and honey notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, cheese boards, desserts, juice, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e September to early October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sometimes self-fruitful, but a compatible pollinizer is recommended for reliable crops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/ashmead-kernel-apple-tree\"\u003eAshmead’s Kernel Apple\u003c\/a\u003e where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best flavor develops in moderate climates with enough autumn time for the fruit to mature fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cox’s Orange Pippin was named for Richard Cox, the retired brewer who raised it at Colnbrook Lawn in Buckinghamshire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543557464177,"sku":"FT025","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT025.jpg?v=1747085662"},{"product_id":"apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf","title":"Fuji Red Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eFuji Red Apple Tree produces large, beautifully blushed apples with the intense sweetness and dense crunch that made Fuji an international favorite. Reddish-orange skin surrounds firm, fine-textured flesh packed with juice and honeyed flavor. The fruit is exceptionally satisfying fresh, where its clean sweetness and snap can be appreciated, but it also holds up in salads, baking, sauce, dehydrating, juice, and cider. Fuji’s dense texture and high sugar contribute to excellent cold-storage life, allowing a fall crop to remain crisp for months. Fragrant blossoms add spring beauty before the fruit begins its long maturation. For home orchardists who want a reliable sweet apple with premium eating quality, storage potential, and broad kitchen usefulness, Fuji Red offers the pleasure of harvesting a familiar favorite at a level of freshness commercial fruit rarely matches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFuji Red needs fewer than 500 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–9. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from mid-September into early October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFuji is self-fruitful and can bear alone, but another compatible apple may improve pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFuji Red Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large reddish-orange apple with firm pale flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very crisp, juicy, honey sweet, and fine textured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, baking, sauce, dehydrating, juice, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-September to early October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fewer than 500 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apple may improve fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and give the fruit a long sunny season to develop color and sugar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fuji was created at Japan’s Tohoku research station from Ralls Janet and Red Delicious and named for the nearby town of Fujisaki.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543558807665,"sku":"FT030","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FujiClose1.png?v=1747085660"},{"product_id":"apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf","title":"Golden Delicious Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGolden Delicious Apple Tree offers honeyed sweetness, fragrant juice, and remarkable kitchen versatility in one dependable orchard variety. Large fruit begins greenish yellow and ripens to luminous gold, and allowing it to finish on the tree brings out a richer sweetness and aroma than early-picked commercial apples can provide. The crisp flesh is gentle enough for fresh eating but structured enough for pies, crisps, baked apples, sauce, dehydrating, juice, and cider; its natural sugar can even reduce the sweetener needed in recipes. Abundant spring bloom adds beauty and makes Golden Delicious one of the most valuable pollinizers in a mixed apple planting. For gardeners seeking a productive tree that supports its neighbors while supplying fruit suited to nearly every household use, Golden Delicious remains a classic for excellent reasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGolden Delicious needs about 700 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–10. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from September into October.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGolden Delicious is self-fruitful and can bear alone. It is also an excellent pollinizer for many other apple varieties, and another compatible apple may further support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGolden Delicious Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large apple that ripens from greenish yellow to bright gold\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, honey sweet, mild, and fragrant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, pies, crisps, baking, sauce, dehydrating, juice, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e September through October\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and an excellent pollinizer for many apples.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-arkansas-black-spur-semi-dwarf\"\u003eArkansas Black Spur\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/calville-rouge-apple\"\u003eCalville Rouge Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow fruit to ripen fully to gold for its sweetest flavor and thin heavy clusters.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original Golden Delicious tree grew on the Mullins family farm in West Virginia and was initially called Mullins’ Yellow Seedling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543559200881,"sku":"FT035","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/delicious-apples-from-japanese-orchards-that-are-about-to-be-harvested.jpg_s_1024x1024_w_is_k_20_c_tFagbvBZXVjB2fhBrsGtyEu2X6Y9RwJX1KF_J6yt-gA.jpg?v=1769758120"},{"product_id":"apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf","title":"Granny Smith Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGranny Smith Apple Tree brings unmistakable orchard character: glossy green fruit, a lively tart bite, and the firm crunch that has made this apple a kitchen favorite around the world. Picked fresh, the apples are bright and refreshing; in pies and crisps, their firm flesh holds its shape and balances sugar beautifully. They are also excellent for sauce, juice, salads, and storage, giving one productive tree a place in nearly every part of the harvest kitchen. The vigorous semi-dwarf tree is equally appealing in spring, when pale blossoms draw pollinators into the garden. For gardeners who want a dependable late apple with bold flavor rather than simple sweetness, Granny Smith offers familiar quality, exceptional versatility, and the pleasure of harvesting a fruit with a remarkable origin story.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, leaving the graft union above grade. This tree is on M-111 rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 6–9, with a confirmed 400-hour chill requirement. In suitable climates, fruit typically ripens from mid-October into mid-November. Prune during dormancy for a strong, open framework, and thin developing fruit so the remaining apples can size well.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGranny Smith is self-fruitful, so it can bear when planted alone. Adding another compatible apple nearby can increase pollinator activity and may improve fruit set; good companions include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHoney Crisp\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGranny Smith Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, glossy green apples that may develop a light blush in cool nights\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, crisp, and distinctly tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, juice, salads, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-October to mid-November, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apple may improve set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHoney Crisp\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit and maintain an open canopy for size, color, and airflow\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The original seedling grew near Eastwood, outside Sydney, and was named for Maria Ann Smith after local growers began propagating it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543559528561,"sku":"FT040","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/GrannySmith1.jpg?v=1766094812"},{"product_id":"apple-gravenstein-red-semi-dwarf","title":"Gravenstein Red Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGravenstein Red Apple Tree is an heirloom for gardeners who care as much about flavor and story as appearance. Its handsome green apples develop bold red striping, while the juicy flesh delivers a brisk sweet-tart character that tastes vivid straight from the tree. That balance is especially prized in applesauce, pies, juice, and cider, where the fruit’s aroma and acidity create depth that sweeter apples can lack. The tree has long been associated with historic orchard country in Sonoma County, California, and its early harvest brings apple season to the kitchen while many later varieties are still sizing on the branch. Vigorous growth, fragrant spring bloom, and fruit with true old-fashioned personality make Gravenstein Red an exciting anchor for an edible landscape or a diverse home cider orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive this bare root apple full sun, well-drained soil, regular moisture while establishing, and enough room for good air circulation. Train a balanced framework when young, prune during dormancy, and thin clusters after fruit set. Because this variety is absent from the confirmed characteristics sheet, zone, chill-hour, harvest-date, and rootstock specifications are intentionally omitted here pending verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGravenstein Red needs pollen from another compatible apple blooming at the same time. Existing recommendations include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-empire-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEmpire\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-red-delicious-bisbee-spur-semi-dwarf\"\u003eRed Delicious (Bisbee Spur)\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGravenstein Red Apple Tree is suited to USDA zones 2–9 and requires about 700 chill hours. Harvest is typically mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGravenstein Red Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large green apples with attractive red striping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy, aromatic, and lively sweet-tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, sauce, baking, juice, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 chill hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible apple with overlapping bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-empire-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEmpire\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-red-delicious-bisbee-spur-semi-dwarf\"\u003eRed Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and prune for sunlight, airflow, and strong branch structure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red Gravenstein is a red-skinned sport of the old Gravenstein apple, whose name is linked to Gråsten in southern Denmark.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543559987313,"sku":"FT041","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT041.jpg?v=1747085653"},{"product_id":"apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf","title":"Honey Crisp Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoney Crisp Apple Tree offers the kind of harvest that can turn a casual apple eater into an orchard enthusiast. Its medium-to-large apples develop mottled red and yellow skin around exceptionally crisp, juicy flesh, with a clean balance of honeyed sweetness and refreshing acidity. The famous crunch comes from large, juice-filled cells that seem to burst with each bite, making the fruit outstanding for fresh eating, lunchboxes, salads, and cheese boards. Honey Crisp also works well in cider and baking and can retain its appealing texture in storage. In spring, clouds of pale blossoms make the tree an attractive part of the edible landscape before the premium fruit begins to form. For cold-winter gardens with room for a pollination partner, this modern favorite delivers a truly memorable eating experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil where the tree receives its confirmed 800–1,000 chill hours. It is suited to USDA zones 3–9 and grows semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock. In suitable climates, harvest is typically early to mid-August. Consistent irrigation, thoughtful dormant pruning, and firm thinning are especially useful for developing large fruit and helping manage the variety’s tendency toward uneven annual cropping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoney Crisp requires a compatible apple nearby for reliable production. Confirmed partners include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-empire-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEmpire\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-apple-tree\"\u003eMcIntosh\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-red-delicious-bisbee-spur-semi-dwarf\"\u003eRed Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHoney Crisp Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large apples with mottled red-over-yellow skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Explosively crisp, juicy, sweet, and gently tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, baking, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800–1,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-apple-tree\"\u003eMcIntosh\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit assertively and keep moisture consistent during fruit development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeycrisp carried the experimental designation MN 1711 before the University of Minnesota selected its commercial name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543560937585,"sku":"FT043","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/HoneyCrispApple1.jpg?v=1766094815"},{"product_id":"apple-liberty-semi-dwarf","title":"Liberty Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eLiberty Apple Tree is a practical orchard choice that never feels merely practical. Its handsome medium-size apples color to rich red over yellow undertones, enclosing crisp, juicy flesh with a sprightly sweet-tart flavor reminiscent of classic McIntosh-style apples. Enjoy the fruit fresh, bake it into pies, simmer it into sauce, or press it for cider; its lively acidity keeps each use interesting. The tree is especially valued for natural resistance to several common apple diseases, a trait that can simplify home-orchard care while supporting dependable crops. Fragrant spring blossoms, attractive red fruit, and cold-hardy performance give Liberty appeal through the seasons. Gardeners seeking excellent flavor with a lower-maintenance temperament will find this New York-bred variety an unusually balanced addition to the orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiberty is suited to USDA zones 4–8 and has a confirmed 800-hour chill requirement. It grows semi-dwarf on M7 rootstock, performs best in full sun and well-drained soil, and typically ripens early September – late September, with timing varying by region and season. Dormant pruning should maintain a well-lit canopy, while fruit thinning helps improve size and encourages consistent production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLiberty is self-fruitful and can bear alone, but another compatible apple nearby can bring more pollinators to the bloom and may improve fruit set. Consider pairing it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHoney Crisp\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-apple-tree\"\u003eMcIntosh\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eLiberty Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium red apples with yellow undertones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, rich, and sprightly sweet-tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e early September – late September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M7 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apple may improve set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHoney Crisp\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mcintosh-apple-tree\"\u003eMcIntosh\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit and prune to keep light moving through the canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Liberty combines Macoun with Purdue 54-12, bringing disease-resistance ancestry from the cooperative PRI apple-breeding program.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543561527409,"sku":"FT044","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Ft044.jpg?v=1747085649"},{"product_id":"apple-yellow-newton-pippin-standard","title":"Yellow Newton Pippin Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eYellow Newton Pippin Apple Tree rewards patient gardeners with a late apple whose flavor becomes even more interesting after harvest. The yellow-green fruit has firm, crisp flesh, bright acidity, and a complex character that balances tartness with developing sweetness. It is excellent fresh once fully mature and especially useful for baking, cooking, drying, sauce, juice, and cider. Unlike apples that are at their best the moment they leave the branch, Yellow Newton Pippin can improve after several weeks in storage as its sharp edges soften and its flavor becomes more integrated. This distinctive keeping quality helped make it one of America’s historically important apples and a favorite for export and winter use. For home orchardists who enjoy tasting fruit across the seasons, it offers the unusual pleasure of a harvest that continues to evolve in the cellar or refrigerator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, water regularly while the roots establish, and prune during dormancy for a strong, open canopy. Wait for the fruit’s cheeks to shift toward yellow-green before picking, then allow stored apples time to develop their best balance. Because Yellow Newton Pippin is absent from the confirmed characteristics sheet, zone, chill-hour, harvest-date, and rootstock specifications are intentionally omitted pending verification.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnother compatible apple nearby is recommended to increase pollinator activity and may improve fruit set. Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, or a flavorful heirloom companion such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-spitzenburg-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSpitzenburg\u003c\/a\u003e where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellow Newton Pippin Apple Tree is suited to USDA zones 5–9 and requires about 700 chill hours. Harvest is typically October into early November, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eYellow Newton Pippin Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow-green apples with firm, dense flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, complex, slightly tart, and increasingly balanced in storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, cooking, drying, sauce, juice, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e October into early November, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 chill hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with another compatible apple with overlapping bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-spitzenburg-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSpitzenburg\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest when the cheeks turn yellow-green and condition fruit in cool storage for fuller flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Newtown Pippin was found in Newtown on Long Island; “pippin” is the traditional term for an apple raised from seed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543561986161,"sku":"FT046","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT046.jpg?v=1747085647"},{"product_id":"apple-red-delicious-bisbee-spur-semi-dwarf","title":"Red Delicious (Bisbee Spur) Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eRed Delicious (Bisbee Spur) Apple Tree produces the classic, deep-red apple silhouette that has represented American orchards for generations. The Bisbee Spur strain was selected for dependable cropping and attractive fruit, pairing glossy color with a sweet flavor and crisp bite suited to fresh eating, salads, and lunchboxes. Its spur-bearing habit concentrates fruiting wood along compact shoots, helping create a productive canopy when branches are well trained and illuminated. Pale spring blossoms add seasonal beauty before the fruit gradually colors, and the familiar harvest has broad appeal for families who enjoy mild, sweet apples rather than strongly tart ones. For gardeners building a traditional mixed orchard, this selection offers recognizable fruit, useful pollination relationships, and the pleasure of picking a polished red apple directly from the branch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, keep the graft union above grade, and train a strong framework early. Thin fruit clusters to improve apple size and reduce stress on branches, then prune during dormancy to maintain light and airflow. Because Red Delicious (Bisbee Spur) does not appear on the confirmed characteristics sheet, zone, chill-hour, harvest-date, and rootstock details are intentionally omitted until verified.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis variety requires another compatible apple with overlapping bloom. Existing recommendations include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-liberty-semi-dwarf\"\u003eLiberty\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRed Delicious (Bisbee Spur) Apple Tree is suited to USDA zones 4–7 and requires about 700 chill hours. Harvest is typically late August to early September, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRed Delicious (Bisbee Spur) Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Classic elongated apples with deep, glossy red skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, mild, juicy, and crisp when freshly harvested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, and lunchboxes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late August to early September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 chill hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible apple with overlapping bloom\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit assertively and prune to keep productive spurs well lit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Delicious apple was first called Hawkeye after Jesse Hiatt found it in Iowa; Stark Brothers later supplied the famous commercial name.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543562543217,"sku":"FT047","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT047_2.jpg?v=1769758120"},{"product_id":"apple-sierra-beauty-semi-dwarf","title":"Sierra Beauty Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSierra Beauty Apple Tree is a California heirloom with the flavor, keeping quality, and mountain-grown character to justify its beautiful name. Medium-to-large apples ripen yellow with a warm red blush, enclosing crisp flesh with a rich, sprightly balance of sweetness and tang. The fruit is excellent straight from the tree, but it truly distinguishes itself in the kitchen: the firm flesh holds its shape when cooked, while concentrated flavor carries through pies, tarts, sauce, and cider. Apples also keep well, extending the home harvest beyond picking season. Discovered as a chance seedling in the Sierra Nevada during the 1890s, Sierra Beauty connects a modern home orchard with Northern California’s historic fruit-growing landscape. For gardeners seeking an apple that is visually appealing, useful across many recipes, and far less ordinary than commercial varieties, this late-season treasure offers an especially rewarding harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra Beauty grows semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock and is suited to USDA zones 6–9, with a confirmed 700–800 chill-hour requirement. In suitable climates, harvest is typically during October. Give the tree full sun and well-drained soil, prune for a strong open framework, and thin fruit clusters so the remaining apples develop good size, color, and flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSierra Beauty is self-fruitful and can bear when planted alone. A second compatible apple can increase pollinator activity during bloom and may improve fruit set; consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, or another heirloom such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-spitzenburg-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSpitzenburg\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSierra Beauty Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to large yellow apples with an attractive red blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, rich, moderately sweet, and tangy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e October, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 700–800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apple may improve set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-spitzenburg-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSpitzenburg\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit and maintain sunlight throughout the canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Sierra Beauty name preserves the variety’s association with the Sierra Nevada foothills, where the California seedling was reportedly found.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543563001969,"sku":"FT049","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/sierra-beauty-apple-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085645"},{"product_id":"apple-spitzenburg-semi-dwarf","title":"Spitzenburg Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSpitzenburg Apple Tree is a celebrated American heirloom for orchardists who want an apple with intensity, aroma, and a story worth sharing. Medium fruit ripens deep red over yellow, with dense yellowish flesh that is firm, juicy, moderately sweet, and sharpened by a distinctive spicy note. That layered flavor makes Spitzenburg exceptional for fresh dessert use and equally valuable for pies, sauce, and cider. The apples are also known as good keepers, allowing their character to be enjoyed well beyond harvest. Often called Esopus Spitzenburg after the New York community where it was discovered, the variety has been associated with Thomas Jefferson and early American orchard culture. Its spring bloom and handsome red crop bring traditional beauty to the garden, while the complex fruit appeals to modern cooks and collectors looking beyond familiar supermarket apples.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpitzenburg is suited to USDA zones 4–8, requires a confirmed 800 chill hours, and grows semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock. In suitable climates, harvest generally spans mid-September through early October. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, then prune and thin carefully so light reaches the fruiting wood and branches can support the developing crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSpitzenburg requires a compatible apple nearby for pollination. The confirmed partner is \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e. Adding another apple with overlapping bloom, such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e, can broaden bloom activity and strengthen the orchard’s pollination plan.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpitzenburg Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium apples with deep red-over-yellow skin and dense yellowish flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, moderately sweet, sharp, and spicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, sauce, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-September to early October, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible apple\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red\u003c\/a\u003e; consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-golden-delicious-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGolden Delicious\u003c\/a\u003e as an additional orchard companion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin fruit and prune to keep productive wood well lit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Esopus Spitzenburg takes the first part of its name from Esopus, New York, the Hudson Valley community associated with its discovery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543563427953,"sku":"FT050","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT050.jpg?v=1747085643"},{"product_id":"apple-empire-semi-dwarf","title":"Empire Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eEmpire Apple Tree combines two American classics—McIntosh and Red Delicious—into a polished apple with fragrance, sweetness, and a satisfying crunch. The medium fruit colors deep red over green-yellow flesh, while its juicy texture carries the sprightly aroma associated with McIntosh and added sweetness from Red Delicious. That balance makes Empire easy to enjoy fresh and versatile for salads, lunchboxes, sauce, baking, juice, and cider. The flesh is firmer than McIntosh and the fruit keeps well, giving a productive early-fall harvest lasting value in the kitchen. Spring bloom also makes Empire useful within a diverse orchard, where it can provide pollen for several other apples. For gardeners who appreciate classic northeastern flavor but want greater crispness and broad adaptability, Empire offers a dependable combination of familiar character, handsome color, and everyday usefulness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Empire in full sun with well-drained soil. Prune annually for light and airflow, water consistently while fruit develops, and thin clusters so apples color and size evenly. Consistent moisture will help preserve the juicy texture that distinguishes the fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEmpire benefits from another compatible apple and is itself a useful pollinizer for several varieties, including Gravenstein, Mutsu, Winesap, and Jonagold where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEmpire Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep red apple with pale yellow-green flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, sweet, juicy, aromatic, and sprightly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, sauce, baking, juice, cider, and storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best with another compatible apple; also useful as a pollinizer for several varieties.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-gala-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGala Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-granny-smith-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGranny Smith Apple\u003c\/a\u003e where bloom overlaps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and expose fruit to good light for its best deep-red color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cornell released Empire in 1966 from McIntosh and Red Delicious and chose a name honoring New York, the Empire State.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543563821169,"sku":"FT051","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT051.jpg?v=1747085640"},{"product_id":"apple-gala-semi-dwarf","title":"Gala Apple Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGala Apple Tree produces the fragrant, striped apples many families know, but fruit picked ripe at home reveals a floral character and crispness that supermarket Galas often lose in storage. Medium apples develop golden skin covered in reddish-orange stripes, while the dense flesh offers abundant sweetness, a light tart accent, and an inviting perfume. Gala is excellent for fresh eating, lunchboxes, salads, sauce, dehydrating, and gentle baking, and its approachable flavor makes it especially popular with children. The tree’s attractive bloom and relatively early crop help begin the main apple season with color and abundance. For gardeners seeking a productive, widely loved variety that offers its finest quality straight from the branch, Gala provides dependable appeal while also contributing useful pollen to a mixed home orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGala needs fewer than 500 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–10. This semi-dwarf tree on M-111 rootstock generally ripens from mid- to late August.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGala is self-fruitful and can bear alone, though another compatible apple can improve pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGala Apple Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium golden apple with reddish-orange striping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, dense, fragrant, sweet, and lightly tart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, lunchboxes, salads, sauce, dehydrating, and light baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fewer than 500 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on M-111 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apple may improve fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-fuji-red-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFuji Red Apple\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apple-honey-crisp-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHoneycrisp Apple\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin clusters and provide good sun exposure for color, sweetness, and annual cropping.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e J. H. Kidd created Gala in New Zealand by crossing Golden Delicious with Kidd’s Orange Red.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543564279921,"sku":"FT052","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Gala2.png?v=1747085640"},{"product_id":"apricot-chinese-semi-dwarf","title":"Chinese Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eChinese Apricot combines old-fashioned orchard character with dependable cold-climate performance and versatile golden fruit. The medium-sized apricots ripen to warm golden orange, often touched with a delicate blush, and hold firm, flavorful flesh beneath their attractive skin. Fresh from the tree, the fruit is sweet, juicy, and aromatic; in the kitchen, it is equally at home in preserves, baked desserts, or the dehydrator. The tree’s pale pink-white spring blossoms make an elegant early display and invite pollinators into the orchard before the leafy canopy develops. Its reputation for resilience gives it particular appeal in regions with colder winters, where gardeners still want the fragrance and flavor of a classic apricot harvest. Chinese Apricot is a practical choice for building an edible landscape around beauty, heritage, and fruit that can move easily from the garden to snacks, jars, and favorite family recipes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, avoiding low areas where frost or water can collect. On Citation rootstock, it forms a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Prune to maintain an open canopy, and protect the early flowers where late freezes are common.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChinese Apricot is self-fruitful, so one tree can set fruit. A second compatible apricot with overlapping bloom can increase bee activity, may improve overall production, and adds another flavor or harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eChinese Apricot Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized golden-orange apricots, sometimes with a light blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, sweet, and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, preserves, and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid-June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apricot can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-harcot-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarcot\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-earli-autumn-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEarli Autumn\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, open pruning, and protection from late frost where needed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The alternate name Mormon Apricot reflects the variety’s long association with orchard plantings established by early Mormon settlers in the interior West.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543565590641,"sku":"FT055","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Chinese_Apricot_Tree2.png?v=1747085637"},{"product_id":"apricot-earli-autumn-semi-dwarf","title":"Earli Autumn Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eEarli Autumn stretches apricot season into a time when most varieties are already a memory. Its large golden-orange fruit ripens with sweet, flavorful flesh late in summer, bringing the fragrance and sunny character of an apricot to the orchard well after the usual early-season rush. The fruit is delicious fresh and plentiful enough for drying, preserves, and baking, making the delayed harvest both novel and genuinely useful. In spring, the tree still offers the classic apricot display of blossoms, but its crop waits until August, with timing varying by region and season to reach the table. That unusual timing makes Earli Autumn especially valuable in a mixed planting: pair it with earlier varieties and the orchard can provide apricots across a much broader season. Gardeners who enjoy planning successive harvests will appreciate this tree as both a flavorful producer and an elegant solution to the brief traditional apricot window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil. Citation rootstock produces a semi-dwarf tree that is manageable for home orchards. Maintain an open canopy with annual pruning, thin heavy fruit sets, and provide steady moisture through the longer development period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEarli Autumn is self-fruitful and can bear on its own. Another compatible apricot flowering nearby can encourage more pollinator activity, may improve set, and is particularly useful for creating an extended sequence of harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eEarli Autumn Apricot Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large golden-orange apricots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, flavorful, juicy flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, baking, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 hours or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apricot can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with an earlier variety such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-gold-kist-zaiger-semi-dwarf\"\u003eGold Kist\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/katy-apricot-tree\"\u003eKaty\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-harcot-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarcot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, annual pruning, and steady moisture through the late-ripening season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Earli Autumn is remarkable for ripening in August, extending the apricot harvest long after most varieties finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543565951089,"sku":"FT057","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/earli-autumn-apricot-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085634"},{"product_id":"apricot-tomcot-semi-dwarf","title":"Tomcot Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eTomcot is a generously sized apricot with the bright color, firm texture, and lively flavor that make an early summer harvest especially satisfying. The medium-to-large fruit develops glossy orange skin with a sun-kissed red blush, while the freestone flesh inside is firm, sweet, and pleasantly tangy. Picked ripe, Tomcot has enough aromatic character for excellent fresh eating and enough structure to perform beautifully in canning, drying, preserves, and baking. White spring blossoms create an attractive display before the colorful crop fills the tree. Its reputation for vigor, reliable production, and superior taste makes Tomcot a strong orchard variety rather than simply an early novelty. For gardeners who want substantial fruit with balanced flavor—and who appreciate a tree that can help open the apricot season—Tomcot offers an inviting combination of beauty, versatility, and dependable homegrown quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, preferably outside low frost pockets. Citation rootstock creates a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Prune for light and airflow, thin heavy sets to encourage fruit size and protect branches, and provide steady moisture during development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTomcot is partly self-fruitful, but the confirmed sheet recommends another apricot for the best production. A compatible partner with overlapping bloom can increase cross-pollination, support stronger fruit set, and extend the orchard’s harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eTomcot Apricot Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large glossy orange freestone apricots with a red blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, sweet, tangy, and aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, canning, drying, preserves, and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 hours or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Partly self-fruitful; best production comes with another compatible apricot\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/royal-blenheim-apricot-tree\"\u003eRoyal Blenheim\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-harcot-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarcot\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-chinese-semi-dwarf\"\u003eChinese Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, frost awareness during bloom, and thinning of heavy fruit sets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Washington State University breeder Tom Toyama developed Tomcot, and the cultivar name combines “Tom” with the traditional apricot ending “cot.”\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543566508145,"sku":"FT059","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/tomcot-apricot.jpg?v=1747085635"},{"product_id":"apricot-gold-kist-zaiger-semi-dwarf","title":"Gold Kist Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGold Kist is an appealing choice for gardeners eager to begin apricot season with a bright, flavorful crop. Its medium-sized golden-orange fruit has tender, juicy flesh and satisfying sweetness, offering classic apricot fragrance and color in an early harvest. Picked ripe, the fruit is wonderful eaten out of hand; it also dries beautifully and brings rich flavor to baked goods, jam, and preserves. A spring show of white blossoms gives the tree ornamental charm before the developing fruit fills the canopy. Because Gold Kist needs relatively little winter chill, it can bring genuine apricot character to mild-winter regions where many traditional varieties are less dependable. Its productive nature and manageable semi-dwarf framework suit the home orchard particularly well. For growers who want an early, versatile apricot that moves easily from fresh snacks to pantry projects, Gold Kist is a practical and delicious foundation variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSelect a full-sun site with well-drained soil, preferably away from frost pockets because bloom comes very early. Citation rootstock forms a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Prune for light and airflow, thin crowded fruit, and keep soil moisture even during fruit development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGold Kist is self-fruitful, so it can produce alone. A second compatible apricot can increase pollinator activity, may support a fuller crop, and lets gardeners combine this early harvest with a later variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGold Kist Apricot Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized golden-orange apricots\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender, juicy, sweet, and classically aromatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, baking, jam, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late May to early June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible apricot can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/katy-apricot-tree\"\u003eKaty\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-earli-autumn-semi-dwarf\"\u003eEarli Autumn\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-aprium-flavor-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFlavor Delight Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid frost pockets, provide excellent drainage, and thin heavy crops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gold Kist originated in the Zaiger Genetics stone-fruit breeding program in Modesto, California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543567327345,"sku":"FT067","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Gold_Kist_Apricot_Tree-2.jpg?v=1747085635"},{"product_id":"apricot-aprium-cot-n-candy-semi-dwarf","title":"Cot-N-Candy Aprium Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCot-N-Candy Aprium produces smooth, apricot-like fruit that can develop a warm red blush over golden skin. Dense, juicy flesh carries concentrated sweetness followed by a mild plum-like finish, creating a layered flavor that is most noticeable when the fruit is fully ripe. Enjoy the early-summer crop fresh, or use it where its aromatic character can lead in pastries, preserves, and dried fruit. White blossoms make the tree attractive in spring before the unusual hybrid harvest begins to form.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive this bare-root, semi-dwarf tree full sun, excellent drainage, and enough room for air to circulate through the canopy. Apriums respond well to the same open-center training commonly used for apricots. Keep moisture steady while roots establish and fruit enlarges, without allowing standing water around the crown. Thin dense clusters after natural fruit drop so the remaining crop has room to develop and branches are not strained by excess weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCot-N-Candy is self-fruitful and can produce without a mandatory pollinizer. A second compatible aprium or apricot is optional for gardeners who want another flavor or harvest window. Possible companions include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-aprium-flavor-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFlavor Delight Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-delight-aprium-tree\"\u003eSummer Delight Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e, and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/katy-apricot-tree\"\u003eKaty Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCot-N-Candy Aprium Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare-root, semi-dwarf tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Golden, smooth-skinned fruit that may show a red blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dense and juicy with pronounced sweetness and a plum-like finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 400 hours below 45°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; a companion tree is optional\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early summer, depending on local conditions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, pastries, preserves, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsult the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003ebare-root tree selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e to compare orchard choices, and follow our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003estep-by-step planting guide\u003c\/a\u003e when your tree arrives.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543567720561,"sku":"FT072","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT072.jpg?v=1747085582"},{"product_id":"apricot-aprium-flavor-delight-semi-dwarf","title":"Flavor Delight Aprium Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eFlavor Delight Aprium is a natural introduction to hybrid fruit because it looks and tastes strongly like an apricot while adding a juicy, tangy twist from its plum ancestry. The medium-sized fruit develops golden skin with a warm blush and tender flesh that balances bright sweetness with lively acidity. Its aromatic, layered flavor makes it especially compelling fresh from the tree, yet the fruit is versatile enough for drying, preserves, and desserts. Early white blossoms bring beauty and pollinator interest to the orchard before the golden crop arrives. With low winter-chill needs and a harvest near the opening of apricot season, Flavor Delight can be particularly useful in mild-winter gardens and in plantings designed for a long succession of stone fruit. It is a distinctive but approachable choice for growers who want something unusual, productive, and immediately appealing at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and sharply drained soil. Citation rootstock creates a manageable semi-dwarf tree. Because it blooms early, avoid frost pockets where possible. Prune for light and airflow, and maintain even moisture as fruit develops.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFlavor Delight is self-fruitful, so one tree can set a crop. Another compatible aprium or apricot nearby can bring more bees through the blossoms, may enhance set, and provides another fruit profile for comparison.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor Delight Aprium Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized golden fruit with a warm blush\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tender and juicy with sweet-tangy apricot-plum flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, preserves, and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300 hours or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible aprium or apricot can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/apricot-aprium-cot-n-candy-semi-dwarf\"\u003eCot-N-Candy Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/summer-delight-aprium-tree\"\u003eSummer Delight Aprium\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/katy-apricot-tree\"\u003eKaty Apricot\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Avoid frost pockets, provide excellent drainage, and prune for an open canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Flavor Delight was among the early named Aprium® selections released from Floyd Zaiger’s interspecific breeding work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543568146545,"sku":"FT073","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Flavor_Delight_Aprium-2.jpg?v=1747085581"},{"product_id":"cherry-royal-lee-semi-dwarf","title":"Royal Lee Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eRoyal Lee brings a dark, dessert-quality sweet cherry to gardens with mild winters. Medium-to-large, heart-shaped fruit ripens to glossy deep red, surrounding crisp, juicy flesh with generous sweetness. The early harvest is excellent for eating out of hand and has enough substance for baking, canning, or preserves. Before fruit set, branches carry white blossoms that create a striking spring display and open alongside the flowers of its essential pollination partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant this bare-root, semi-dwarf tree in a sunny, well-drained site that can supply its modest winter chill. Maxma 14 rootstock keeps the canopy approachable while supporting productive growth. Prune for an open structure, keep weeds and mulch away from the trunk, and water deeply during establishment. Consistent soil moisture is especially important as cherries size. Use bird exclusion before the fruit darkens, and harvest promptly when flavor and firmness reach their peak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRoyal Lee cannot pollinate itself. Pair it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-minnie-royal-semi-dwarf\"\u003eMinnie Royal Cherry\u003c\/a\u003e, which has overlapping bloom and supplies the pollen needed for reliable fruit set. Situate both trees within easy bee-flying range. Together they create a purposeful low-chill combination for a warm-region home orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRoyal Lee Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare-root, semi-dwarf tree on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large, heart-shaped cherries with dark red skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Crisp, juicy, firm, and richly sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 200–300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Minnie Royal is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer, varying by climate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, canning, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eUse the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003ebare-root selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e to coordinate orchard choices and the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eplanting guide\u003c\/a\u003e to prepare both sites correctly.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543568965745,"sku":"FT081","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/royal-lee-cherry-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085578"},{"product_id":"cherry-minnie-royal-semi-dwarf","title":"Minnie Royal Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eMinnie Royal offers genuine sweet-cherry character in mild-winter regions where many traditional cultivars do not receive enough chill. Its early red fruit has firm, juicy flesh and a bright sweetness that is particularly enjoyable fresh from the tree. The crop also works well in simple desserts and preserves. White spring blossoms add ornamental value before the cherries develop, making this variety both a productive orchard tree and a seasonal focal point.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSet the bare-root, semi-dwarf tree in full sun and well-drained soil. On Maxma 14 rootstock, it develops a manageable canopy suited to home-orchard pruning, netting, and picking. Train a balanced framework with good light penetration, water deeply while roots establish, and maintain steady moisture as fruit enlarges. Protect the ripening crop from birds, and avoid overhead irrigation near harvest when rain or surface moisture could affect cherry quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMinnie Royal is not self-fruitful. It requires \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-royal-lee-semi-dwarf\"\u003eRoyal Lee Cherry\u003c\/a\u003e for dependable cross-pollination. Plant the two trees close enough for bees to travel readily between their overlapping flowers. This required pairing is especially useful for gardeners designing a compact, low-chill cherry planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMinnie Royal Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare-root, semi-dwarf tree on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive early red sweet cherries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, and brightly sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 200–300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Royal Lee is required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring, depending on region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, desserts, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eReview the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003ebare-root tree selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e while planning the pair, and follow our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003ebare-root planting instructions\u003c\/a\u003e when the trees arrive.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543569326193,"sku":"FT082","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/minnie-royal-cherry-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085578"},{"product_id":"cherry-black-tartarian-semi-dwarf","title":"Black Tartarian Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlack Tartarian is the kind of heirloom cherry that gives a home orchard instant old-fashioned character. Its medium-to-large, heart-shaped cherries mature to a dramatic deep purplish black, hiding soft, exceptionally juicy flesh with an intense honeyed sweetness. The fruit is especially memorable eaten fresh in the garden, when its tender texture and aromatic flavor are at their best. Because the crop ripens early, Black Tartarian can open the sweet-cherry season before many later favorites are ready. The tree is equally appealing in spring, covering its branches with white blossoms that draw bees and brighten the landscape. Vigorous growth and dependable bloom have also made this variety a valued pollinizer in mixed cherry plantings. Gardeners who appreciate historic fruit, lush flavor, and an orchard tree with both beauty and practical partnership value will find plenty to love here.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eGive Black Tartarian full sun, well-drained soil, and good airflow. Maxma 14 rootstock provides a manageable semi-dwarf framework while retaining productive vigor. The tender fruit is best picked promptly when fully colored, and netting may be useful where birds are active.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBlack Tartarian is not self-fruitful and should bloom with another compatible sweet cherry. The confirmed sheet notes any other compatible sweet cherry; Bing, Rainier, Stella, Lapins, or Van are useful choices from this collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBlack Tartarian Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large, heart-shaped cherries that mature deep purplish black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very sweet, aromatic, soft, and exceptionally juicy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best for fresh eating; also excellent for preserves and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late May, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–7\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700–800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires another compatible sweet cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bing-cherry-tree\"\u003eBing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rainier-cherry-tree-1\"\u003eRainier\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-stella-semi-dwarf\"\u003eStella\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lapins-cherry-tree\"\u003eLapins\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-van-semi-dwarf\"\u003eVan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, well-drained soil, balanced pruning, and prompt harvest of tender ripe fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Tartarian was known in Europe as Circassian Black before nurseries adopted the Black Tartarian name in English-speaking markets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543569719409,"sku":"FT085","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/black-tartarian-cherry-B.jpg?v=1760389177"},{"product_id":"cherry-craig-s-crimson-zaiger-semi-dwarf","title":"Craig's Crimson Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eCraig’s Crimson brings dessert-level sweetness to the home orchard in a handsome, richly colored cherry. The rounded-to-heart-shaped fruit develops dark red skin and firm, juicy flesh with a concentrated flavor that invites eating straight from the tree. Its balance of sweetness, texture, and attractive finish makes the harvest feel special, whether the cherries are served fresh, added to a summer platter, or saved for a favorite preserve. Spring begins with a show of white blossoms, followed by a leafy canopy that fits beautifully into an edible landscape. The variety is especially useful where gardeners want excellent fruit without depending on a second cherry solely for crop set. It can stand on its own in a smaller planting while still benefiting from the added bee activity and overlapping bloom that another compatible sweet cherry can bring.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil, allowing air to circulate through the canopy. Maxma 14 rootstock supports a productive semi-dwarf tree suitable for home orchards. Consistent moisture during fruit development and protection from birds help preserve the quality of the crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCraig’s Crimson is self-fruitful, so one tree can set fruit. A second compatible sweet cherry with overlapping bloom can increase pollinator activity and may support a fuller crop while adding another flavor and harvest window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCraig's Crimson Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dark red, rounded-to-heart-shaped sweet cherries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm and juicy with concentrated sweetness\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, desserts, preserves, and sharing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e May through June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 500–600 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible sweet cherry can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lapins-cherry-tree\"\u003eLapins\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-stella-semi-dwarf\"\u003eStella\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-black-tartarian-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBlack Tartarian\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, regular pruning, and bird protection near ripening\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Craig’s Crimson originated in the Zaiger Genetics cherry-breeding program in Modesto, California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543570079857,"sku":"FT086","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/cherries-on-table.jpg?v=1766094825"},{"product_id":"cherry-montmorency-standard","title":"Montmorency Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eMontmorency is the classic pie cherry, loved for the lively tartness and bright color that turn a home harvest into memorable desserts and preserves. The medium-sized cherries ripen with clear red skin and light flesh, delivering a clean, tangy flavor that becomes beautifully balanced when cooked or sweetened. They are excellent for pies, cobblers, jam, juice, drying, and freezing, so even a generous crop is easy to put to use. The tree’s spring show of delicate white blossoms adds ornamental charm before the fruit develops in early summer. Montmorency also offers an appealing contrast to sweet cherries: its refreshing acidity brings dimension to recipes and invites creative kitchen projects. For gardeners who want a productive heritage fruit with genuine culinary purpose, this dependable sour cherry remains one of the most useful and recognizable choices for the home orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Montmorency in full sun and well-drained soil with room for its standard framework on Mahaleb rootstock. Prune to maintain light and air through the canopy, and keep moisture steady while fruit develops. Netting can protect the bright crop from birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMontmorency is self-fruitful, so a single tree can produce cherries. Another compatible sour cherry is not required, but nearby cherry bloom can encourage more pollinator activity and may support fruit set while broadening the harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMontmorency Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized tart cherries with bright red skin and light flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Lively, clean acidity with classic pie-cherry character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pies, cobblers, preserves, juice, drying, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late May to mid-June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 500 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Mahaleb rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; additional nearby cherry bloom can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a contrasting fresh-eating crop, consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-stella-semi-dwarf\"\u003eStella\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lapins-cherry-tree\"\u003eLapins\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, well-drained soil, open-canopy pruning, and bird protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Montmorency belongs to the French amarelle cherry tradition and carries the name of Montmorency, north of Paris.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543570964593,"sku":"FT090","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/montmorency-cherry-B.jpg?v=1747085573"},{"product_id":"cherry-van-semi-dwarf","title":"Van Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eVan is a classic dark sweet cherry with medium-to-large fruit that deepens to glossy red as it ripens. Dense, juicy flesh provides a firm bite, pronounced sweetness, and enough brightness to keep the flavor lively. The cherries are excellent for fresh eating, and their substantial texture also serves baking, freezing, canning, and preserves. A spring display of white flowers precedes the productive canopy, adding ornamental interest before the late-spring to early-summer crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose a full-sun location with deep, well-drained soil and dependable air movement. This bare-root tree grows to a semi-dwarf size on Maxma 14 rootstock, making annual pruning and harvest more manageable. Shape the canopy to admit light, water deeply during establishment, and keep moisture even through fruit development. Sweet cherries can crack after rain near maturity, and birds quickly find darkening fruit, so plan for timely picking and an exclusion strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVan requires pollen from a compatible sweet cherry whose bloom overlaps. Appropriate partners include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bing-cherry-tree\"\u003eBing Cherry\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/lapins-cherry-tree\"\u003eLapins Cherry\u003c\/a\u003e. Plant at least one compatible tree within normal bee-flying distance; a lone Van tree should not be expected to set a dependable crop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eVan Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant form:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bare-root, semi-dwarf tree on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large, glossy dark-red sweet cherries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, richly sweet, and pleasantly bright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill requirement:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 700 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a compatible sweet cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTypical harvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late spring to early summer, depending on location\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, freezing, canning, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eConsult the \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003ebare-root tree selection guide\u003c\/a\u003e for orchard planning and our \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eplanting guide\u003c\/a\u003e for establishment care.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543571423345,"sku":"FT091","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT091.jpg?v=1769758657"},{"product_id":"cherry-stella-semi-dwarf","title":"Stella Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eStella is a home-orchard favorite because it combines big, beautiful sweet cherries with easygoing self-fruitfulness. The large, heart-shaped fruit ripens from bright red to deep mahogany, revealing firm, juicy flesh with a rich sweetness that is delicious straight from the tree. The cherries also keep enough substance for baking, preserving, or sharing in a summer fruit bowl. Before harvest, Stella offers a generous spring display of white blossoms and an attractive leafy canopy, giving it value well beyond the fruiting season. Its ability to produce without a required second variety makes orchard planning simpler, especially where space is limited, while its pollen can help compatible cherries such as Bing. For gardeners seeking a dependable, handsome tree with classic dark-cherry flavor and flexible pollination, Stella is an especially practical and rewarding choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Stella in full sun and well-drained soil with good canopy airflow. Maxma 14 rootstock supports a productive semi-dwarf tree whose height can be managed through regular pruning. Maintain steady moisture during fruit development and plan to protect ripening cherries from birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eStella is self-fruitful, so one tree can set a crop. Another compatible sweet cherry nearby can increase pollinator activity, may improve overall set, and adds a second flavor or harvest window; Stella is also a useful pollinizer for Bing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eStella Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, heart-shaped cherries that deepen from red to mahogany\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm, juicy, and richly sweet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, freezing, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late May to mid-June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 400 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible sweet cherry can be beneficial\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bing-cherry-tree\"\u003eBing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rainier-cherry-tree-1\"\u003eRainier\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-black-tartarian-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBlack Tartarian\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, annual pruning, even moisture, and bird protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Stella was bred at Summerland, British Columbia, from Lambert and a self-fertile John Innes seedling.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543573291121,"sku":"FT094","price":59.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/stella-cherry-B.jpg?v=1747085568"},{"product_id":"cherry-utah-giant-semi-dwarf","title":"Utah Giant Cherry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eUtah Giant lives up to its name with exceptionally large, handsome cherries that make a homegrown harvest feel abundant and impressive. The fruit colors to deep red and develops firm, meaty flesh with a rich sweetness that is especially satisfying eaten fresh. Its substantial texture also performs beautifully in canning, baking, and other recipes where smaller or softer cherries can lose their character. In spring, the tree covers itself with white blossoms before settling into a strong leafy canopy, bringing ornamental value to the orchard well ahead of harvest. The combination of oversized fruit, excellent eating quality, and dependable cold-climate performance has made Utah Giant a favorite for gardeners who want a cherry with real visual impact. With adequate winter chill and a compatible pollinizer nearby, it can become a memorable centerpiece in a productive backyard orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Utah Giant in full sun and well-drained soil with good air circulation. The confirmed sheet lists Maxma 14 rootstock, which creates a productive, manageable orchard tree. Maintain an open canopy with regular pruning, water consistently while fruit sizes, and protect the ripening crop from birds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUtah Giant requires a compatible sweet cherry with overlapping bloom. Bing, Rainier, or Van are confirmed partners carried in this collection. A pollinizer should be planted within normal bee-flying distance to support reliable fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eUtah Giant Cherry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-large deep-red sweet cherries with firm, meaty flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, sweet, and satisfying with a substantial bite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, canning, baking, freezing, and preserves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late May to early June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Maxma 14 rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a compatible sweet cherry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003ca href=\"\/products\/bing-cherry-tree\"\u003eBing\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/rainier-cherry-tree-1\"\u003eRainier\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/cherry-van-semi-dwarf\"\u003eVan\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun, excellent drainage, open-canopy pruning, even moisture, and bird protection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Utah Giant was selected for remarkably large fruit and became a regional favorite in the Intermountain West.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543574863985,"sku":"FT095","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/utah-giant-cherry-tree.jpg?v=1747085569"},{"product_id":"colossal-chestnut-standard","title":"Colossal Chestnut Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eColossal Chestnut is named for a harvest designed to impress. Its medium-to-large nuts develop beneath protective burs and drop readily at maturity, revealing soft shells that are easier to work with than many traditional chestnuts. Once roasted, the kernels become sweet, tender, and satisfying, with the warm flavor that makes chestnuts such a distinctive autumn food. They can also be boiled, pureed, added to soups and stuffing, or ground for baking. The vigorous tree develops into a large, spreading, long-lived specimen, bringing shade and strong landscape presence along with its crop. Thought to combine Asian and European chestnut heritage, Colossal has become popular for reliable production and excellent nut quality. For gardeners with room for a pair of chestnuts, it offers the pleasure of a seasonal harvest rarely found fresh in ordinary stores and the beauty of a substantial edible shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil with generous room for the spreading canopy. Chestnuts do not tolerate persistently wet or strongly alkaline sites. Build a balanced scaffold structure while young and plan for mature size when choosing the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColossal requires a different compatible chestnut nearby for cross-pollination. Nevada is the recommended partner carried in this collection; planting both creates the pollen exchange needed for dependable nut set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eColossal Chestnut Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-to-large chestnuts with soft shells that release readily from the burs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, tender, and richly nutty when roasted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasting, boiling, purees, soups, stuffing, and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a different compatible chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nevada-chestnut-standard\"\u003eNevada Chestnut\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Provide slightly acidic, well-drained soil, ample mature room, and careful handling around spiny burs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colossal traces to an old Nevada County, California, orchard planted with European and Asian chestnuts supplied by pioneer nurseryman Felix Gillet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543583907953,"sku":"FT110","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT110.png?v=1776652141"},{"product_id":"nevada-chestnut-standard","title":"Nevada Chestnut Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eNevada Chestnut combines sweet, flavorful nuts with an especially important role in a productive home chestnut planting. Its soft-shelled nuts are approachable to crack and become tender and richly nutty when roasted, while also lending themselves to boiling, purees, stuffing, soups, and baking. The tree develops into a strong, long-lived specimen with attractive foliage and a broad canopy, contributing shade and structure to the landscape as it matures. Nevada is often selected alongside Colossal because the two provide compatible pollen for one another, turning a pair of handsome trees into a functional nut orchard. The autumn ritual is part of the appeal: burs open, nuts fall, and the fresh crop can go directly from the ground to the roasting pan. For gardeners with appropriate soil and room for two trees, Nevada offers both useful pollination and a rewarding harvest of its own.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose full sun and well-drained, slightly acidic soil with generous room for mature growth. Nevada is not tolerant of alkaline conditions, so confirm the planting site before committing. Establish strong scaffold branches while young and avoid persistently wet soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNevada requires a different compatible chestnut for cross-pollination. Colossal is the recommended partner carried in this collection, and the two should be planted within normal pollen-moving distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eNevada Chestnut Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-shelled chestnuts produced in protective spiny burs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, tender, and richly nutty when cooked\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Roasting, boiling, purees, stuffing, soups, and baking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires a different compatible chestnut\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/colossal-chestnut-standard\"\u003eColossal Chestnut\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires slightly acidic, well-drained soil; avoid alkaline and waterlogged sites\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nevada is valued both for its own crop and as the essential pollen partner commonly planted with Colossal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543584792689,"sku":"FT111","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/products\/nevada-chestnut-tree-standard.jpg?v=1771996395"},{"product_id":"mulberry-pakistan-fruiting-standard","title":"Pakistan Fruiting Mulberry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003ePakistan Fruiting Mulberry turns the familiar mulberry into something spectacular, producing exceptionally long berries that can reach several inches in length. The fruit ripens from ruby red to deep maroon and offers juicy sweetness with a lively, raspberry-like brightness. Its unusual shape makes the harvest immediately memorable, while its generous flavor invites eating straight from the tree, blending into smoothies, spooning over yogurt, or cooking into jam and desserts. The tree grows vigorously and develops handsome heart-shaped leaves, creating a broad green canopy that can provide welcome summer shade as well as fruit. Because the harvest may continue across an extended season, gardeners can return to the tree repeatedly rather than gathering everything at once. For a home orchard that has room for a substantial, fast-growing tree, Pakistan Mulberry delivers dramatic fruit, ornamental presence, and the pleasure of a crop rarely found in ordinary markets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil with generous room for the standard tree’s mature canopy. Mulberries are vigorous, so establish a strong branch framework while young and prune with their eventual size in mind. Once established, the tree is relatively drought tolerant, but consistent moisture supports fruit quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePakistan Mulberry is self-fruitful and can set a crop alone. Adding another mulberry nearby can increase pollinator activity and may support production while providing a second berry size, color, and flavor profile.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePakistan Fruiting Mulberry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long berries that ripen from ruby red to deep maroon\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Juicy and sweet with a lively raspberry-like note\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, smoothies, yogurt toppings, jam, desserts, freezing, and drying\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e April through August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 400 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard, with a broad and vigorous mature canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another mulberry can encourage additional pollinator activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e For a darker, richly flavored contrast, add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mulberry-persian-std-tr\"\u003ePersian Mulberry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow substantial space, establish strong scaffold branches, and harvest over a surface that can tolerate fallen dark fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pakistan Mulberry takes its market name from the South Asian region where long-fruited mulberries have been cultivated for generations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543585939569,"sku":"FT118","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/pakistan-fruiting-mulberry-tree-standard.jpg?v=1747085551"},{"product_id":"mulberry-persian-std-tr","title":"Persian Mulberry Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003ePersian Mulberry is treasured by berry enthusiasts for fruit with extraordinary depth. Its plump, nearly black berries resemble elongated blackberries and combine intense sweetness with a bright tart edge and a distinctive berry-cherry richness. The juicy fruit is superb fresh from the tree, yet its concentrated flavor is equally suited to jam, jelly, drying, desserts, and traditional homemade wine. Large heart-shaped leaves form a dense, attractive canopy that gives the tree ornamental value and cooling summer shade. Once established, this vigorous mulberry is relatively drought tolerant and can become a long-lived feature of the edible landscape. The dark fruit is delicate and richly staining, qualities that speak to its intensity and make careful harvest placement worthwhile. For gardeners who want a fruit tree with real character—something more complex than simple sweetness—Persian Mulberry offers a memorable harvest and the generous presence of a classic shade tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun and well-drained soil with room for a standard Morus nigra tree. Build a balanced branch framework while young and prune with its eventual canopy in mind. Consistent moisture during fruit development supports berry size, although established trees tolerate periods of dryness.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePersian Mulberry is self-fruitful and can produce without a second tree. Another mulberry nearby can encourage more pollinator activity and may support production while adding a contrasting extended crop of larger, elongated fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003ePersian Mulberry Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plump, nearly black berries resembling elongated blackberries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very juicy, richly sweet-tart, with distinctive berry-cherry character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, jam, jelly, desserts, drying, freezing, and wine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 400 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard Morus nigra with a dense, spreading canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another mulberry can encourage additional pollinator activity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended pollinizers or companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e For exceptionally long, sweeter fruit, add \u003ca href=\"\/products\/mulberry-pakistan-fruiting-standard\"\u003ePakistan Fruiting Mulberry\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Site away from pale paving or patios because ripe dark fruit can fall and stain\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Persian Mulberry is Morus nigra, an ancient western Asian species whose common name reflects its long association with Persia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit and Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543586398321,"sku":"FT119","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT119.jpg?v=1747085549"},{"product_id":"nectarine-mericrest-semi-dwarf","title":"Mericrest Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eMericrest Nectarine Tree gives gardeners in colder regions a chance to grow fruit with the polish and intensity of a fine summer nectarine. Its large fruit develops smooth red skin over golden freestone flesh, creating a vivid contrast when sliced. The flavor is rich and sweet with a lively tang that keeps each bite bright, while the melting flesh remains satisfying fresh and useful for drying, baking, preserves, and freezing. Showy spring flowers add ornamental value, but Mericrest’s real distinction is its ability to combine taste-test quality with unusual cold hardiness and later bloom. In areas where winter temperatures or erratic spring weather make nectarines uncertain, that resilience can transform an ambitious planting into a dependable pleasure. For shoppers who refuse to choose between strong garden performance and memorable fruit, Mericrest offers both in one handsome, productive tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMericrest needs about 800 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–9. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock generally ripens from early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMericrest is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible nectarine or peach may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMericrest Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large red-skinned nectarine with yellow freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, sweet, tangy, juicy, and melting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-harko-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarko Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its late bloom helps avoid some frost, but thin heavy fruit sets to protect limbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mericrest was developed at the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station as part of its cold-climate stone-fruit breeding work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543587217521,"sku":"FT121","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/mericrest-nectarine-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085549"},{"product_id":"nectarine-harko-semi-dwarf","title":"Harko Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarko Nectarine Tree brings cold-region adaptability together with the rich, melting flavor people expect from a fine yellow nectarine. Its medium fruit ripens to an almost solid deep red, creating a dramatic exterior around firm golden freestone flesh. Each bite is sweet, juicy, and aromatic with enough traditional nectarine tang to keep the flavor lively. The fruit’s good texture makes it satisfying fresh and dependable for baking, preserves, and freezing. In spring, very large pink flowers give the spreading tree enough beauty to serve as an accent in an edible landscape before its heavy crop begins to develop. For gardeners in climates where nectarines can feel risky, Harko offers an appealing combination of cold hardiness, disease resistance, strong fruit set, handsome bloom, and taste-test quality—a practical tree that does not ask shoppers to compromise on pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarko needs about 800 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–8. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock ripens from early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarko is self-fruitful and capable of bearing alone. Another compatible nectarine or peach may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarko Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm yellow freestone nectarine with nearly solid deep red skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, juicy, richly aromatic, and well balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, preserves, canning, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for a later crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-frost-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFrost Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for another cold-region selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy fruit set should be thinned to improve size and reduce the risk of limb damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The “Har” in Harko identifies the Harrow research station in Ontario, where the cold-hardy nectarine was bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543587610737,"sku":"FT124","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Harko_Nectarine.jpg?v=1766094835"},{"product_id":"nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf","title":"Heavenly White Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine Tree lives up to its name with fruit that looks elegant on the branch and tastes luxurious at the table. Its medium to very large nectarines develop cream-colored skin washed with luminous red, creating a beautiful exterior around pale, juicy flesh. The flavor is honeyed and aromatic, yet enough acidity remains to give it depth and prevent the sweetness from tasting flat. Its firm texture softens as the fruit ripens, making Heavenly White equally attractive for fresh eating, fruit salads, tarts, preserves, and other recipes where both flavor and appearance matter. Delicate pink spring blossoms add seasonal beauty before the crop arrives. For gardeners who love white-fleshed stone fruit, this variety offers the smooth skin of a nectarine, the fragrance of a fine white peach, and a polished combination of sweetness, complexity, and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White needs about 650 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 6–9. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock ripens from mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible peach or nectarine may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large cream-and-red nectarine with pale white flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed, aromatic, juicy, and balanced by gentle acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, tarts, preserves, canning, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 650 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-glo-white-nectarine-tree\"\u003eArctic Glo Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for a brighter white-fruit flavor or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for an earlier crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin developing fruit and harvest when fragrant with a slight give for the fullest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavenly White originated in the Zaiger Genetics white-nectarine breeding program in Modesto, California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543588003953,"sku":"FT125","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Heavenly_White_Nectarine_Tree-2.jpg?v=1747085546"},{"product_id":"nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf","title":"Snow Queen Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine Tree brings the luxurious flavor of a fine white peach together with the smooth skin and satisfying bite of a nectarine. Its early fruit develops a rich red blush around creamy white flesh that is firm when first picked, then softens to a melting, exceptionally sweet texture as it ripens. The flavor is rich, aromatic, and low in acidity, making Snow Queen especially appealing to anyone who enjoys intensely sweet stone fruit without a tart finish. With no fuzz to peel, the beautiful fruit is effortless to eat fresh and striking when sliced into salads, breakfast dishes, or simple summer desserts. For gardeners who want their orchard season to begin with something memorable, Snow Queen offers early anticipation, handsome fruit, and dessert-quality flavor that can be difficult to find in commercially harvested nectarines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis low-chill nectarine needs about 250–300 hours and fits mild-winter orchards in USDA zones 8–10. In suitable climates, the fruit usually ripens from mid- to late June, opening the stone-fruit season ahead of many peaches. Provide full sun, well-drained soil, steady moisture, and annual pruning to keep the canopy open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnow Queen is self-fruitful and can bear on its own. A second nectarine or peach with overlapping bloom may encourage more pollinator activity and support fruit set, and a later-ripening companion lets you build a longer sequence of fresh fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red-blushed nectarine with creamy white freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally sweet, rich, and aromatic with low acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, desserts, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250–300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or pair it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-babcock-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBabcock Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for two styles of white stone fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin young fruit and protect the smooth skin from rubbing branches as the crop develops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snow Queen was introduced from Floyd Zaiger’s California breeding program during the modern revival of white-fleshed nectarines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543588823153,"sku":"FT126","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Snow_Queen_Nectarine_Tree.jpg?v=1747085543"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/collections\/dapple-dandy-plumcot-B_16145f82-3fc9-4933-a0ec-8ac4f37061db.jpg?v=1785497535","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/collections\/plums-and-plumcots.oembed?page=2","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}