Gala Apple

Sweet, crisp, and beautifully striped, the Gala Apple is a favorite for home orchards and backyard gardens. Known for its mild, aromatic flavor and early harvest, this versatile apple is perfect for snacking, baking, and sharing straight from your own tree.

🌳 Tree Features

• Mature Size: 12–16 ft tall × 10–12 ft wide

• Light: Full sun

• Water: Moderate; consistent watering during fruiting season

• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

• Pollination: Benefits from a second apple variety for best fruiting (Gala is partially self-fertile)

• USDA Zones: 4–8

• Chill Hours: ~500–600

🍏 Fruit Characteristics

• Skin: Red-orange stripes over a yellow background

• Flesh: Crisp, juicy, and sweet

• Flavor: Mildly sweet and aromatic

• Harvest Time: Early to mid-fall

🌱 Why You’ll Love It

• Sweet & Juicy: Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and desserts

• Reliable Yield: Produces consistent crops year after year

• Ornamental Beauty: Attractive spring blossoms and vibrant fall foliage

• Great for Families: Kid-friendly fruit tree with minimal fuss

🪴 Planting & Care

Your 15-gallon Gala Apple Tree arrives ready to plant. Select a sunny location with well-draining soil. Provide enough space for the canopy to grow and prune annually to encourage healthy growth and abundant fruit. Mulch and water regularly, especially during the first growing season.

Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Gala’
Common Name: Gala Apple