4 in 1 Combination Apple Tree #1

Description

This 4-in-1 Combination Apple Tree brings together four of five outstanding apple varieties—Sunrise Magic, Cosmic Crisp, Honeycrisp, Gravenstein, and Chehalis—onto a single semi-dwarf tree. With early-, mid-, and late-season ripening represented, this multi-graft tree creates a long harvest window packed with flavor diversity.

Each grafted limb contributes something unique: Sunrise Magic offers vibrant color and great storage life; Honeycrisp delivers famous crunch; Gravenstein provides unmatched early-season aroma and flavor; Cosmic Crisp brings modern crispness and superb keeping quality; and Chehalis contributes sweet, aromatic fruit that performs especially well in the Pacific Northwest. Together, they make a powerhouse backyard orchard on one compact tree.

Grafted on M-106 semi-dwarf rootstock, this combination tree develops a strong framework, excellent anchorage, and reliable productivity. It remains fully manageable for home growers while producing large, flavorful crops.

Overview

• Four premium apple varieties grafted onto one tree.
• Extended harvest window due to staggered ripening.
• Semi-dwarf form—easy to manage, prune, and harvest.
• Excellent mix of modern and heritage flavors.
• Great all-purpose tree for backyard orchards.

Varieties Included

Each tree includes four of the following five varieties. Exact mix may vary based on availability.

• Sunrise Magic — a Washington State introduction known for bright color, crisp flesh, excellent storage life, and balanced sweet-tart flavor.
• Honeycrisp — famous for its explosive crunch, intense juiciness, and outstanding fresh-eating quality.
• Gravenstein — an early-season heritage apple with aromatic, complex flavor; exceptional for fresh eating, cider, and applesauce.
• Cosmic Crisp — late-season apple with deep red color, crisp texture, slow browning, and remarkable storage life.
• Chehalis — a naturally disease-resistant yellow apple from Washington; sweet, aromatic, and productive, especially in the Pacific Northwest.

Growing Details

Latin Name: Malus domestica
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil
Rootstock: M-106 (semi-dwarf)
Hardiness: USDA Zone 4–9
Bearing Age: 1–3 years
Size at Maturity: 12–15 ft tall on semi-dwarf rootstock
Bloom Time: Mid-season (Flowering Group 4 depending on varieties)
Ripening Time: Late July through late October (variety-dependent)
Pollination: Requires another mid-season apple within 20–30 ft
Yield: High productivity with proper pruning and balance among grafts
Pests & Diseases: Chehalis offers natural disease resistance; overall resilience varies by variety

Additional Notes

• Nerdy fact: Cosmic Crisp’s unusually high acidity and sugar levels allow it to store for months, while Honeycrisp’s cell structure gives it its signature “fracture crunch.” Together, they make one of the most diverse flavor combinations you can grow on a single tree.
• Prune annually to keep vigorous limbs from overtaking weaker grafts.
• Combination trees offer built-in cross-pollination but still benefit from an additional apple nearby.
• Explore more apple varieties in our collection: Apple Trees