Description
Apple trees do require winter temperatures below 7 degrees in winter to bear fruit.
Anna apples have a light-green skin with a distinctive red blush and a crisp white flesh. The flavour is sweet with a little tang that is always refreshing.
They can be eaten fresh; or cooked or baked for a delicious dessert, sauce or complement to a savoury dish. These trees are known for their generous crop of fruit and are self-pollinated.
Anna apples have iron, calcium, phosphorous, vitamin A and vitamin B. They are an excellent source of fibre too.
Position
The Anna apple tree should be planted in full sun, with 6 and 8 hours of sunshine daily.
Size
The Anna apple can grow to between 6 and 7 metres high and has a width or spread of the same, making it a sizeable tree. Each tree should be planted between 4.5 to 6 metres away from the next to give them room to grow and mature.
Soil Type
This type of apple tree does well in well-drained, slightly acidic soil, with a pH of between 6.0 and 6.8. Although it can grow in different types of soil, it thrives in well-nourished sandy loam soil.
Mulch
Be liberal with your organic mulch around the Anna apple tree. First, remove any grass and apply a layer of about 7 to 8 centimetres of mulch (such as pine needles, bark, wood chips or straw).
Watering
Apples need a moderate amount of water regularly. Be aware of dry spells and slightly increase the amount of water you give your tree when it starts to fruit.
Fertilising
Fertilise your Anna apple tree once a year with a product that is rich in calcium and potassium. Only add other nutrients if there are visible signs of a deficiency. Apply the fertiliser about 30 centimetres away from the trunk and extend it all the way along the ground to the drip line (where the leaves end).
