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Stark® Royal Gala® Apple Tree

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About the Stark® Royal Gala® Apple Tree

Sweet, crisp, and beautifully colored, the Stark® Royal Gala® apple tree is a top pick for fresh eating straight from the tree. This compact and productive variety produces medium-sized apples with bright orange-red skin, firm white flesh, and plenty of snap and juice in every bite. It’s a flavorful descendant of Cox’s Orange Pippin and Stark® Golden Delicious, combining classic sweetness with a hint of tang.

Originally developed in New Zealand in 1934, this apple has become a beloved choice for both backyard growers and orchardists. The fruit hangs well on the tree and ripens in late August, offering a satisfying early-season harvest.

How to Grow the Stark® Royal Gala® Apple Tree

This tree performs best in full sun and well-drained soil, thriving in USDA Zones 5–8. With its strong, compact growth habit, it’s ideal for smaller orchards or home gardens. Regular pruning encourages healthy airflow and fruit production. A pollination partner is required—see recommended varieties below for best results.

Whether you’re slicing for snacks, cooking into crisps, or sharing with friends, the Stark® Royal Gala® Apple Tree delivers reliably sweet, juicy fruit with stunning coloring.

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Characteristics

Bloom Color White
Bloom Time Mid
Fruit Color Red
Fruit Size Medium
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, Tart
Texture Fine Firm
Years to Bear 2 - 5

Zone Compatibility

This Variety's Zone Range 5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone ?
The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.

Pollination

This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.

Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.

Tools & Supplies

Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.

Planting & Care

Learn all about how to grow apple trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.

Read about how to grow apple trees »

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