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Gala Apple
Gala Apple
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Estimated winter chill: less than 500 hours
A cultivar estimate for winter temperatures below 45°F, not a guaranteed crop. Actual performance varies with winter temperatures, site, pollination and care.
Understand chill hours and South Orange County microclimates. Cultivar reference.
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
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Mature Size: 12–16 ft tall × 10–12 ft wide
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Light: Full sun
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Water: Moderate; consistent watering during fruiting season
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Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
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Pollination: Benefits from a second apple variety for best fruiting (Gala is partially self-fertile)
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USDA Zones: 4–8
🍏 Fruit Characteristics
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Skin: Red-orange stripes over a yellow background
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Flesh: Crisp, juicy, and sweet
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Flavor: Mildly sweet and aromatic
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Harvest Time: Early to mid-fall
🌱 Why You’ll Love It
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Sweet & Juicy: Perfect for fresh eating, salads, and desserts
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Reliable Yield: Produces consistent crops year after year
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Ornamental Beauty: Attractive spring blossoms and vibrant fall foliage
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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
How ordering works
Use our website to request your preferred variety and container size. Submitting a request does not complete a purchase or guarantee availability. We verify stock and plant health, then confirm your selection, pricing and estimated delivery window. No payment is accepted until stock and plant health have been verified. If your selection is unavailable or does not meet our health standards, we discuss suitable alternatives with you before proceeding.
Delivery and professional planting are quoted separately unless expressly included. Explore professional planting or request a variety or specimen.
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