Stark® GrandGala™ Apple Tree
Description
About the Stark® GrandGala™ Apple Tree
Stark® GrandGala™ Apple Tree is a premium dessert apple that delivers everything people love about Gala, only bigger. The tree produces fruit that’s noticeably larger than standard Gala apples, giving you more sweet, crisp bites in every harvest.
The apples have excellent fresh-eating flavor with a well-balanced sweetness, but they’re also versatile in the kitchen. Use them for baking, cooking, canning, or slicing fresh. With good keeping quality, GrandGala™ apples store well after harvest, making them a dependable choice for home growers who want both flavor and flexibility.
This variety shows resistance to cedar apple rust, helping it perform more reliably in areas where disease pressure can be an issue. Fruit ripens in late August, making it a great early-season apple for extending your harvest window. For best production, plant with another apple variety for cross-pollination.
Introduced in the late 1990s, Stark® GrandGala™ continues to be a standout for gardeners looking for a sweet, high-quality apple with excellent size and performance.
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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid |
| Chill Hours | 400 - 800 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late August |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm, Fine |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
| Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' tall x 12 - 15' wide |
| Dwarf | 8 - 10' tall x 8 - 10' wide |
Recommended Spacing
| Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' |
| Dwarf | 8 - 10' |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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