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Granny Smith Apple
Fruit treeMalus domestica 'Granny Smith'
- Partial sun
- Zones 4–9
- 160 days to maturity
- Fruits
- 144" spacing
- Perennial
- pH 6–7
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.