Apple 'Royal Gala'

Common Name: Royal Gala Apple

Scientific Name: Malus domestica 'Royal Gala'

Zone: 5-8

Bloom Colour: White

Fruit Colour: Red with yellow undertones

Fruit Size: Medium

Ripens/Harvest: Late summer to early fall; typically mid-September

Exposure: Full sun

Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil

Flavour Profile: Sweet, mild flavour with a hint of tartness

Fruit Texture: Crisp, juicy, fine-textured flesh

Years To Bear: 2-3 years after planting

Mature Size: Semi-dwarf trees reach 15-20 feet in height and spread

Spacing: 15-20 feet apart

Pollination Requirements: Partially self-fertile; however, planting with another apple variety that blooms simultaneously, such as 'Honeycrisp' or 'Fuji', can enhance fruit set