Description
This 4-in-1 Combination Apple Tree brings together four classic, high-performance apple varieties on a single semi-dwarf rootstock. Gala, Honeycrisp, Braeburn, Red Macintosh, and Fuji are all proven home-orchard favorites—your tree will include four of these varieties, giving you excellent flavor range, reliable pollination, and an extended harvest window from late August into October.
Overview
- Four grafted varieties — selected for flavor, production, and staggered ripening.
- Extends your harvest — from late summer into mid-fall depending on climate.
- Semi-dwarf size — manageable height for pruning, picking, and backyard growing.
- Cross-pollinating — the grafted varieties pollinate each other effectively.
- Excellent fresh eating — crisp, juicy fruit ideal for fresh use and baking.
Varieties Included
- Gala — sweet, crisp, and kid-friendly.
- Honeycrisp — extremely crisp and juicy; top-tier flavor.
- Braeburn — sweet-tart, firm, and aromatic; great for baking.
- Red Macintosh — classic soft, aromatic apple with rich flavor.
- Fuji — exceptionally sweet, crunchy, and long-storing.
Care & Growing Tips
- Plant in 1/2 day to full day of sun.
- Requires well-drained soil.
- Water regularly during the first 1–2 years to establish strong roots.
- Prune yearly to balance vigor between grafted branches.
Growing Details
Latin Name: Malus domestica
Site and Soil: Well-drained soil; 1/2 day to full sun
Hardiness (Temp): -20°F
Bearing Age: 2–3 years after planting
Rootstock: M-106 — Semi-dwarf
Size at Maturity: 12–15 ft
Bloom Time: Mid-spring
Ripening Time: Late August through mid-October (varies by region and yearly climate)
Yield: Heavy cropping
Pests and Diseases: Standard apple care; monitor for codling moth and apple scab
USDA Zone: 4
Additional Notes
- Expect some grafts to grow more vigorously—annual pruning maintains balance.
- Rich flavor develops more fully as the tree matures.
- Heat units, elevation, and local weather will shift ripening slightly year to year.
