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How to Grow Early Harvest Apple

Malus domestica 'Early Harvest'

Your complete guide to growing Early Harvest Apple.

☀SunFull sun to partial shade (4-6+ hours)
💧Water1-2 inches per week, consistent moisture during fruit development
📅Harvest100-110 days
🗺Zones4–9
📏Height15-30 feet
Early Harvest Apple📷 Wikipedia: Apple

When to Plant Early Harvest Apple

Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.

ZoneStart IndoorsDirect SowHarvest
Zone 4 — — August – September
Zone 5 — — August – October
Zone 6 — — August – October
Zone 7 — — July – October
Zone 8 — — July – November
Zone 9 — — June – December

Companion Plants for Early Harvest Apple

✓ Good companions

Chives

Repels aphids and improves apple tree health when planted underneath

Clover

Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch

Comfrey

Deep roots bring nutrients to surface and leaves make excellent mulch

Dill

Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings and parasitic wasps

Lavender

Repels moths and attracts pollinators

Marigolds

Deters nematodes and various pests while attracting beneficial insects

Nasturtiums

Acts as trap crop for aphids and repels woolly aphids

Tansy

Repels ants, mice, and various flying pests

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut

Produces juglone toxin that inhibits apple tree growth

Grass

Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young trees

Pine Trees

Acidifies soil and needle drop can create unfavorable conditions for apples

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)

25.0kcal
0.60gProtein
22.30mgVitamin C
0.07mgIron
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