Apple, Granny Smith Semi-Dwarf

Malus domestica 'Granny Smith'

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The Granny Smith Semi-Dwarf Apple produces green shiny fruit. This late maturing apple keeps well. Fruit is crisp, juicy and tart. Good for dessert and cooking. Requires another apple for cross poliination.

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Uses & Attributes

  • Fresh Fruit: The Granny Smith Apple Tree produces crisp, juicy apples with a signature tart flavor, perfect for both fresh eating and cooking.
  • Excellent for Baking: The fruit holds its shape beautifully when baked, making it a top choice for pies, crisps, and cobblers.
  • Late-Maturing Variety: Ripens later in the season, providing fresh fruit after most other apple varieties are finished.
  • Long Storage Life: Keeps exceptionally well when refrigerated, retaining flavor and texture for months.
  • Versatile Use: Ideal for snacking, baking, juicing, and cider-making, offering year-round kitchen versatility.
  • Attracts Pollinators: Spring blossoms attract bees and other pollinators, supporting healthy fruit development.
  • Beautiful Tree Form: With its rounded canopy and spring blooms, the Granny Smith Apple Tree adds ornamental value to the landscape.
  • Reliable Producer: Known for consistent harvests and steady yields year after year.
  • Cross-Pollination: Requires another apple variety nearby (such as Red Fuji or Haralson) to ensure abundant fruit set.
Care & Pruning

The Granny Smith Semi-Dwarf Apple Tree requires full sun and well-drained soil for optimal growth. Care includes consistent watering and pruning to open the tree canopy for better light penetration and air circulation.
When the tree is young, train to a central leader with evenly spaced side branches. Keep the middle of the tree open. Remove all suckers and inward growing branches.

Light Needs: Full Sun
Size: 15' x 15'
Spacing: 20-25'
Water Use: Medium
Growth Rate: Medium
Hardiness: -10 to -20 F
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Planting Info

Granny Smith Semi-Dwarf Apple Tree Planting Instructions:

1. Dig a hole 1.5 times as wide as the diameter of the rootball. Depth of the hole should be equal to depth of the rootball.

2. Set plant in the hole so the top of the rootball is even or slightly above ground soil level.

3. Refill around the rootball with a mix of 1/2 existing garden soil and 1/2 Earl May Organic Planting Mix blended with Earl May Structure. Step down on soil to eliminate any large air pockets.

4. Build a soil ring the size of the rootball around the plant, to help hold in water.

5. Add a 2 inch layer of mulch around the plant, keeping mulch away from the trunk.

6. Water slowly with Earl May Plant Start mixture right away. Enjoy watching your new plant grow!


Why Choose the Granny Smith Apple Tree


The Granny Smith Apple Tree (Malus domestica 'Granny Smith') is one of the world’s most beloved apple varieties — celebrated for its crisp texture, tart-sweet taste, and excellent storage qualities. It’s a must-have for home orchards and backyard gardeners who want both beauty and productivity.

  • Distinctive Flavor: Offers the perfect balance of tart and refreshing sweetness, making it ideal for snacking and baking alike.
  • Prolific Yields: Produces abundant crops of high-quality fruit year after year with proper care.
  • Long Shelf Life: One of the longest-keeping apples available — fruit stays firm and flavorful for months after harvest.
  • Late Season Ripening: Extends the apple harvest season into late fall, ensuring fresh fruit later in the year.
  • Attractive and Functional: Features fragrant white spring blossoms, lush green summer foliage, and vibrant yellow-green fruit that adds color to your yard.
  • Hardy and Adaptable: Thrives in a wide range of climates and soil types — perfect for Midwest and Northern gardeners.
  • Great for Cross-Pollination: Complements other apple varieties, helping increase yields across your orchard.
  • Family Favorite: A timeless apple with universal appeal for kids, bakers, and cider enthusiasts alike.

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