Apple Trees - Candy Crisp®

Directions for Planting and Care

Planting and caring for your Candy Crisp® Apple Tree is simple and rewarding, ensuring a healthy tree and a bountiful harvest of delicious, crisp apples. Follow these steps to help your tree thrive.

Planting

Select the Right Location: Choose a sunny location where your Candy Crisp® Apple Tree will receive at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Sunlight is essential for fruit development and overall tree health.

Prepare the Soil: This tree thrives in well-draining, fertile soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0). If your soil is heavy clay or overly sandy, amend it with organic compost to improve drainage and nutrient content.

Dig a Proper Hole: Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep to allow ample room for root establishment.

Plant the Tree: Carefully remove the tree from its container and loosen the roots before placing it in the hole. Ensure the top of the root ball is level with the ground. Backfill with native soil, lightly tamping it down to eliminate air pockets.

Water Thoroughly: Once planted, water deeply to help settle the soil and provide the roots with necessary moisture.

Care

Regular Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist but not waterlogged, especially during the first year after planting. Deep watering once or twice a week is ideal, increasing during dry spells.

Pruning: Prune your Candy Crisp® Apple Tree in late winter while it is dormant to shape the tree, remove dead or overcrowded branches, and encourage healthy fruiting. Summer pruning may be done to maintain the tree’s desired height.

Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to support growth and fruit production. Avoid excessive nitrogen, as it can promote excessive foliage at the expense of fruiting.

The Candy Crisp® Apple Tree is an excellent choice for home orchards, offering uniquely sweet, firm apples and easy maintenance. With proper care, it will provide years of delicious harvests. Order yours today and enjoy fresh, homegrown apples straight from your garden!