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Crisp Flavor Meets Strong Disease Resistance
Stop fighting fungal diseases and start enjoying abundant apple harvests with the Liberty Apple Tree. This semi-dwarf variety was engineered for real-world growing conditions, offering built-in resistance to apple scab, powdery mildew, and cedar apple rust—the trio of troubles that plague most traditional apple trees. You'll spend less time spraying and more time harvesting. Liberty produces medium-sized apples with vibrant deep red skin and crisp, juicy flesh that tastes equally good fresh from the tree or transformed into pies, crisps, and preserves. The flavor profile balances sweetness with subtle tartness, making it a crowd-pleaser for any palate. Fruit ripens in mid-fall and stores remarkably well, extending your harvest enjoyment through winter months. This self-fertile cultivar sets fruit reliably on its own, though cross-pollination with compatible varieties increases yields significantly. Plant in full sun with well-draining soil, and your tree will begin producing within 2-3 years. Liberty thrives across most North American growing zones and demands minimal maintenance once established—perfect for gardeners who want productive trees without constant intervention.
Planting & Care
1. Planting: First, choose a location with full sun, which means at least six hours of direct sunlight each day. Well-drained soil is essential, but our Liberty Apple Tree adapts to most soil types. Once you've selected your location, dig a hole that's twice the width of the root ball and just as deep. Then, place your tree, tamp down the surrounding soil and water to settle the roots. Finally, mulch around the tree for best results.
*Tip: Make sure your mulch is not touching the base of the trunk.
2. Watering: Your Liberty Apple will benefit from a regular watering schedule each week. You may need to water more often in times of extreme heat or drought. But if you're not sure when to water, simply check the surrounding soil, down to about 2 inches. If it's dry here, it's time to water.
3. Fertilizing: It's best to fertilize in late winter or early spring. As an alternative, you can buy commercial fertilizer produced for fruiting trees and follow the instructions.
4. Pruning: Once your tree has become established and is starting to bear fruit, it will need some periodic, moderate pruning. Only prune the tree during times of dormancy, making sure to remove any vigorous, upright stems which are quite common in the upper portion of the tree. Weak, damaged, or dead branches should also be removed for even better performance.
Shipping Details
Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.
| Amount of Order | Shipping Charge |
|---|---|
| Less than $49 | $19.95 |
| $49 + | FREE SHIPPING! |
Product Details
| Mature Height: | 20-25 ft. |
| Mature Width: | 15-20 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate Growing |
| Harvest Time: | October-November |
| Botanical Name: | Malus domestica 'Liberty' |
| Does Not Ship To: | AK, AZ, CA, ID, OR, WA |
| Grows Well In Zones: | 4-7 outdoors |
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