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Gano Apple tree

Owner: Jim

Location:  Fort Collins, CO, United States

Age:Planted in about 2010
Age of this tree:15 years
Soil:Very basic, poorly drained clay from ancient sea bottom 
Climate at this location:Elev. 5000 ft, snows in winter but sun melts off quickly, very dry, 15 in of annual rainfall, heavy winds, strong winter suns and low nighttime temps.
Pruning:Yes
Tree form:Half-standard
Height:Up to 6ft / 2m
Cropping:Medium crops
Growth:This tree grows easily here
Herbicides:Chemical treatments
Pesticides:Un-treated
Local pests:Birds