Classic, Hardy Apple Trees for Home Orchards and Backyard Growing
Apple trees are among the most desirable fruit trees you can grow. Apple trees produce stunning spring blooms, prolific fruit and can live for decades, which is why they're one of the most common fruit trees in American landscapes. Crisp, tart apples for cooking, or sweet, juicy apples for dessert, there's an apple tree variety to please every gardener and palette. At TN Nursery, we have grown apple trees for over 65 years. In fact, since 1959, our plants have been selected for planting at Arlington National Cemetery and The Washington Monument. Our horticultural expertise has also been featured in television programming on the Discovery and History networks. With over 6 decades of experience growing and shipping apple trees, our long history provides our customers with authority and confidence that you are purchasing trees with the utmost strength and performance.
Why Apple Trees Remain a Timeless Favorite
Apple trees are popular because of their hardiness, vigorous branching habit, and heavy fruit set. Apple trees grow in a variety of climates and regions and offer a landscape of spring blossoms. In the spring months, apple trees put on fluffy clouds of white and blush pink blossoms. In early summer, apples ripen into crisp, juicy fruit for snacking or pie making, cider, and canning. TN Nursery features a variety of apple trees that are known for their disease resistance, hardy growth, and dependable productivity. Plant a mini orchard in your backyard or a single tree for seasonal interest. Our apple trees add beauty, harvest, and dependable growth to your home.
The Landscape and Ecological Benefits of Apple Trees
Apple trees also have ornamental value and other environmental benefits. The blossoms supply nectar for early-season bees and other pollinating insects, and the fruit is an important food source for birds and wildlife during the fall and winter. Apple trees can provide shade, habitat, and architectural height and form to a home or farm landscape. Their branch structure provides a pleasing sculptural form when trees are dormant during the winter, while their summer foliage provides a lush understory. With full sun and some seasonal maintenance, apple trees offer a lifetime of fruit and visual interest.
Questions About Apple Trees
Do apple trees need a pollinator?
Most apple varieties require a second, compatible apple tree for cross-pollination. This increases fruit size and overall yield.
How long does it take for apple trees to produce fruit?
Apple trees generally produce fruit in 3-6 years, depending on the variety and growing conditions.
How much sunlight do apple trees need?
Full sun-at least 6-8 hours of direct light-is essential for strong blossoms and high fruit production.
What kind of soil is best?
Apple trees prefer well-drained, slightly acidic loam but adapt well to many soil types when properly amended.
Are apple trees easy to grow?
Yes-apple trees are beginner-friendly and highly rewarding with proper pruning, watering, and seasonal care.
With more than six decades of growing experience, TN Nursery proudly offers apple trees selected for flavor, durability, and long-term orchard success-making them a perfect choice for both new and experienced growers.