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Freedom Apple tree

Owner: Roger

Location:  Delta, B.C., Canada

Age:Planted in about 2004
Age of this tree:23 years
Soil:clay and compost 
Climate at this location:west coast of Canada (moderate)
Pruning:I prune and train this tree as an arch
Tree form:Espalier
Height:Not sure
Cropping:Heavy crops
Growth:This tree grows easily here
Herbicides:Manual treatment (hoeing and weeding)
Pesticides:Un-treated

Owner's comments

I have trained this tree in the shape of a garden arch. It is a very healthy tree not bothered by any pests. The fruit is really tasty similar to a Liberty apple. For the west coast of Canada it is an excellent choice.