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Royal Gala Apple tree

Owner: Mike

Location:  Grattan Township, MICHIGAN/KENT, United States

Age:Planted in about 2005
Age of this tree:20 years
Soil:clay with sand 
Climate at this location:lake-modified continental
Tree form:Bush (wider at top than bottom)
Height:Between 6ft / 2m and 15ft / 4m
Cropping:Heavy crops
Growth:This tree grows fairly well here
Herbicides:Un-treated
Pesticides:Chemical treatments

Owner's comments

2014 was third year of solid bearing. Pest problems have been significant but mainly due to lack of comprehensive management program.

Season records for this tree

  • 2014

    Size: 3.0m / 10.0ft high   3.0m / 10.0ft wide