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Granny Smith Apple

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Granny Smith Apple

Fruit tree

Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

  • Partial sun
  • Zones 4–9
  • 160 days to maturity
  • Fruits
  • 144" spacing
  • Perennial
  • pH 6–7
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  • Overview

    The iconic tart green apple that's a staple in kitchens worldwide, prized for its crisp texture and bright acidic flavor that holds up beautifully in baking. This Australian heirloom produces heavy crops of large, bright green apples that store exceptionally well for months. A reliable performer that's perfect for gardeners who want a classic apple variety that excels in both fresh eating and culinary applications.

  • Planting

    Plant bare-root or container trees in spring. Requires cross-pollination with another apple variety that blooms at the same time.

  • Growing

    Sun: partial. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 144" apart. Germination: 14-28 days.

  • Pests & diseases

    Common pests: Codling moth, apple maggot, aphids, scale insects. Common diseases: Apple scab, fire blight, powdery mildew, cedar apple rust.