Apples 'Katy' (Malus domestica 'Katy')

Apples 'Katy'

Also known as: Crabtrees 'Katy'

Apples 'Katy' is a deciduous fruit tree known for its early ripening bright red apples. The white to pale pink blossoms arrive in spring, offering a visual and pollinator attractant. In ideal temperate climates, its medium-sized, sweet, and tangy fruits are typically harvested by late summer. Apples 'Katy''s moderately vigorous growth habit makes it well-suited for gardens and orchards with adequate sunlight and well-draining soil.

Scientific classification

Roses, elms, figs, and allies

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Perennial

Lifespan

3.5 m

Plant Height

3 m

Spread

Deciduous

Leaf type

Care Guide for Apples 'Katy'

Every 1-2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

5 - 32 ℃

Ideal Temperature

Water: Apples 'Katy' requires thorough watering within two days after transplanting, saturating the soil. Water again ten days post-transplant, adjusting frequency based on climate and soil moisture. In winter, water every 3-5 days; in summer, every 1-2 days. Best watering times are mornings or sunny days, avoiding rainy conditions.

Fertilize: Apples 'Katy' thrives with sufficient organic and quick-acting fertilizers. Optimal application times are in fall for root development, before spring buds, and during fruit growth. Prepare a soil ditch (30 cm) around the trunk for even distribution, followed by thorough watering and soil loosening.

Pruning: Apples 'Katy' thrives with proper early spring pruning, which removes dead or diseased branches and thins crowded areas for sunlight and air circulation. This practice promotes health, improves fruit production, and maintains shape, ensuring apples 'Katy' remains productive and visually appealing.

Propagation: To propagate apples 'Katy', cut the seedling from the parent plant before spring budding or after leaf fall in autumn/winter. Ensure to cut the roots and transplant into new pots or dug pits for optimal growth.

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