Apple tree Question

I have always liked semi-dwarf trees since they don't get quite so tall. They also produce an abundant crop of fruit for their size. 12-15 foot trees are nicer to pick from than 30 ft trees.

Check in your nursery catalogs, they tell you what varieties do best in your area/zone. Follow their instructions and you should be ok.

'One Green World' nursery has some great red fleshed apples. Even a few combo trees, and all are either dwarf or semi dwarf. I've ordered from them before-found the service and the product to be terrific.

Go with standard trees, most if not all semi-dwarf rootstock isn't hardy enough for those temps. Check the catalog at St. Lawrence Nursery for cold zone varieties. Even if you don't order from them you'll have a good idea what'll grow in your climate.

http://www.sln.potsdam.ny.us/

We're right on the edge of zones 3 and 4, we usually go with zone 3 plants to be on the safe side. Snow cover makes a difference also, more snow equals more protection.

LisaBug

I also have had very good luck with One Green World,, their web site is..

http://www.onegreenworld.com/


They are very helpful and willing to answer questions.