Stark® Royal Gala® Apple Tree
Description
Sweet and crisp! This strong, compact tree produces an elegant, medium-size fruit with an orange-red color and a lot of snap and juice. A descendant of Cox’s Orange Pippin and Stark® Golden Delicious. Originates from New Zealand in 1934. Ripens in late August. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.
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Characteristics
Bloom Color | White |
Bloom Time | Mid |
Fruit Color | Red |
Fruit Size | Medium |
Ripens/Harvest | Late August |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet, Tart |
Texture | Fine Firm |
Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
5 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Cross-pollination by a different variety is key to its growing and bearing success. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best pollination.
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow apple trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.