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Empire Apple tree

Owner: Steven

Location:  Skandia, MI, United States

Age:Planted in about 2006
Age of this tree:18 years
Soil:clay/dirt 
Climate at this location:cold
Pruning:yes to shape
Tree form:Half-standard
Height:Up to 6ft / 2m
Cropping:Does not usually produce any fruit
Growth:This tree grows easily here
Herbicides:Un-treated
Pesticides:Chemical treatments
Local pests:catapillar deer rabbits

Owner's comments

rabbits ate most of this tree 5 years ago. growing well now

Season records for this tree

  • 2019

    Spring blossom: 11 June
    Green tip 5-16-19 spayed..first year with blossoms