Green; late season; good keeper; heavy annual crops; tart and full of flavor; pollinator required. Botanical Name- Malus x domestica ‘Granny Smith’ Pronunciation- MAY-lusdoh-MESS-tih-kuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 15 ft Mature Height- 15 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Well drained Current Size- 7 Bloom Color- White to pale pink Bloom Time- April – May Companion Plants- Calamint – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – BVGC Yearly Care Instructions- Prune in late winter to shape and remove deadwood; fertilize in spring and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune in late winter to improve airflow and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate feeding need. Loosen clay and avoid waterlogging around the trunk. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Apple scab, fire blight, aphids
