Royal Empire™ Apple Tree
Description
About the Royal Empire™ Apple Tree
The Royal Empire™ Apple Tree is a premium choice for apple lovers seeking an improved version of the beloved Empire apple. This exceptional variety combines the sweet, crisp essence of a Delicious apple with the tangy, aromatic flavor of a McIntosh, delivering a perfectly balanced taste that’s sure to impress. Its vibrant deep red skin sets it apart from the traditional Empire, offering a visually striking fruit that’s as beautiful as it is delicious.
Beneath its smooth, ruby-red exterior, the Royal Empire™ reveals creamy white flesh that is juicy, firm, and perfect for snacking, baking, or adding to salads. Its mid-September harvest ensures you’ll enjoy this delectable apple at the peak of the fall season. With moderate disease resistance to common issues like mildew, fire blight, and rust, this tree is as practical as it is rewarding.
How to Grow the Royal Empire™ Apple Tree
The Royal Empire™ Apple Tree thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, making it an excellent addition to home orchards in USDA Zones 4-7. To ensure optimal fruit production, it requires a compatible pollinator, such as an early- or mid-blooming apple variety—see recommended options below.
Regular pruning in late winter or early spring helps maintain its shape and encourages healthy growth. Thanks to its strong disease resistance and reliable performance, the Royal Empire™ Apple Tree is an easy-to-grow variety that’s well-suited for both novice and experienced gardeners.
Bring the taste of the orchard home with the Royal Empire™ Apple Tree, a stunning and flavorful choice that combines beauty, resilience, and superior taste.
Survival Guaranteed!
Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Texture | Firm |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
| Zone Range | 4 - 7 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
| Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' tall x 12 - 15' wide |
| Dwarf | 8 - 10' tall x 8 - 10' wide |
Recommended Spacing
| Semi-Dwarf | 12 - 15' |
| Dwarf | 8 - 10' |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
Tools & Supplies
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.
