How to Grow Early Harvest Apple
Malus domestica 'Early Harvest'
Your complete guide to growing Early Harvest Apple.
When to Plant Early Harvest Apple
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Companion Plants for Early Harvest Apple
✓ Good companions
Repels aphids and improves apple tree health when planted underneath
Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch
Deep roots bring nutrients to surface and leaves make excellent mulch
Attracts beneficial insects like lacewings and parasitic wasps
Repels moths and attracts pollinators
Deters nematodes and various pests while attracting beneficial insects
Acts as trap crop for aphids and repels woolly aphids
Repels ants, mice, and various flying pests
✗ Keep away from
Produces juglone toxin that inhibits apple tree growth
Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young trees
Acidifies soil and needle drop can create unfavorable conditions for apples
Nutrition Facts
Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)