'Liberty' Apple Tree
Exceptional disease resistance
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
2 Year Old Tree in a 7.5L Pot
120-150cm inc. pot on arrival
MM106 rootstock (grows up to 4m)
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'Liberty' Apple Tree
- Originally bred in the 1950s, in the USA, 'Liberty' produces lovely dark red apples with a well-balanced, refreshing flavour that nestles nicely between sweet and tart.
- Boasting brilliant resistance to major apple problems, like scab, fire blight and powdery mildew, 'Liberty' is a variety you can rely upon to stay happy and healthy.
- Growing to just a few metres tall, this tree (which is grafted onto a semi-dwarfing rootstock) is ideal for small or medium-sized gardens that only have the room for one fruit tree.
- An easygoing tree, 'Liberty' reliably produces good crops of sumptuous fruit, but if your crops are appearing on the lighter side, you can always use some general fertiliser in early spring.
- Popular with pollinating insects like bees and butterflies, by planting this apple tree you're significantly boosting your garden's wildlife credentials!
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
Yes, the 'Liberty' apple tree can be grown in a pot of at least 50 centimetres, provided it is grafted onto a dwarfing rootstock.
How big does it get?
The Liberty Apple Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting Liberty Apple in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Liberty' apple tree prefers well-drained, loamy soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Liberty' Apple Tree should receive approximately 2.5 to 5 centimetres of water weekly to ensure healthy, disease-resistant growth.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Liberty' Apple Tree will need pruning. Prune during the dormant winter months when temperatures are above 0 degrees Celsius, removing dead or crossing branches to maintain an open canopy.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Liberty' apple tree is fully hardy in all of the UK, holding an RHS hardiness rating of H6, which means it can withstand temperatures from -15°C to -20°C.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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