Fruit Tree
Apple
Malus pumila
Varieties We Carry
AnnaMalus pumila
Sizes & Pricing
15 galFrom$150.00
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LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size8-15 feet (low-chill cultivars suitable for NE FL) × 10-15 feet (low-chill cultivars)
About Apple
Apple (Malus domestica) is a deciduous fruit tree with white spring blossoms and familiar round fruits in red, yellow, or green. In NE Florida zone 9b, only low-chill cultivars such as 'Anna', 'Dorsett Golden', and 'TropicSweet' are viable — standard cultivars fail to break dormancy without sufficient winter chill hours. Plant two compatible low-chill varieties for cross-pollination and fruit set. Starting at $150.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Late winter to spring
- Flower Color
- White, Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Apple trees require full sun (8+ hours) for best fruit production. In NE Florida, choose a site with maximum sun exposure and good air circulation to reduce fungal disease pressure in the humid climate.
Water
Water regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish deep roots; mature trees tolerate moderate drought but produce better fruit with consistent moisture. In NE Florida's rainy summers, ensure excellent drainage to prevent root rot — raised beds or mounded planting help in flat sandy sites.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained sandy or loamy soil at neutral to slightly acidic pH. In NE Florida, only low-chill cultivars ('Anna', 'Dorsett Golden', 'TropicSweet') are viable — standard cultivars will not fruit reliably due to insufficient chill hours. Apply a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer with micronutrients in late winter; most cultivars require a cross-pollinator.
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Common questions
Is Apple a good plant for St. Augustine?
Apple is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 8-15 feet (low-chill cultivars suitable for NE FL) × 10-15 feet (low-chill cultivars).
Care information verified from
Last reviewed June 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.