Malus domestica 'Red Gala'
Red Gala' Apple Tree
Red Gala' Apple Tree
Exposure
- Sun
Rusticity
4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11
Bloom time
- May
- Spring blooming
- Delicious fruits
- Crunchy and slightly acidic
- Cold hardy
- Requires two different varieties for pollination
The 'Red Gala' apple tree produces delicious apples with a harvest from the beginning of September. 'Gala' apples are sweet, slightly acidic, firm, very crunchy, soft and fragrant. Ideal variety for fresh consumption. The fruits keep for 5 to 6 months. It is important to put a protective spiral on young trees in the fall to protect them from rodents. Apple trees require two different varieties planted a maximum of 30m apart for pollination. In addition, the 'Red Gala' apple tree offers magnificent spring blooms. Rustic.
Plant details
Dimensions
Dimensions
Spacing
305 - 1829 cm
Spread
244 - 335 cm
Height
305 - 498 cm
Spacing
120 - 720 in.
Spread
96 - 132 in.
Height
120 - 196 in.
Characteristics
Characteristics
Habit:
- Pyramidal
- Upright
Flowering colours:
- White
Plant needs
Plant needs
Watering:
- Newly planted trees need regular watering. Established trees may benefit from watering during dry weather.
Maintenance:
- Install a protective spiral in the fall. Carry out structure pruning in the first years
Soil requirement:
- Riche
- Frais
- Bien drainé
Features
Features
Resistance:
- Flesh resistant to browning
Attract:
- Pollinators
Use:
- Orchard
- Ornamental tree
- Food forest
Attribute:
- Edible