Fuji Apple Tree Overview
The Fuji Apple Tree (Malus domestica 'Fuji') is a low chill variety well-suited for USDA Zones 4-9. Originating from Japan and popular in California orchards, this tree produces sweet, crisp apples with a dull reddish-orange skin that sometimes shows russeting. It is shipped in a 3-gallon pot, ready to be planted in your garden.
Key Features
- Produces sweet, crisp apples with a distinctive flavor
- Dull reddish-orange skin with occasional russeting
- Harvest time is mid-September
- Acts as an excellent pollenizer for other apple varieties
- Low chilling requirement of less than 500 hours
- Self-fruitful, simplifying cultivation
- Compact growth habit, reaching 3 to 4 feet tall
Growing Information
The Fuji Apple Tree thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, loamy soil. Moderate watering is recommended, allowing the soil to dry between watering sessions. Its low chilling requirement makes it ideal for warmer climates within USDA Zones 4-9. The tree’s compact size makes it suitable for smaller garden spaces.