
Plant:
Apple

Adaptation
Throughout the United States.
Pruning
Apples are borne on short fruiting branches (spurs) that grow on two-year-old wood. The spurs continue to fruit for about 10 years. Prune lightly, because the removal of many spurs will reduce the apple yield. Thin out weak, crossing, or dead twigs and branches. When apples are thumbnail size, thin them to 6 inches apart, with one fruit per spur.
Soil
Use a garden soil formulated for trees and shrubs. When choosing a planting site, pick an area that will handle the spread and height of the tree when mature.
Water
Water your new tree thoroughly and deeply once a week, especially if there hasn''t been any rain.
Fertilizer
Fertilize with tree spikes.
Harvest
Apples are ripe when the apple stem separates easily from the spur when the fruit is gently lifted. When you cut the fruit open, the seeds should be dark brown to black, and the flesh should be creamy white. Harvest earlier if you prefer tart apples.
Light
Full sun to part shade.