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Apple

3.8 out of 5 (5 experiences)

Fast grower

Large, lush leaves

About Apple

Apple is a popular houseplant 🌿 that is isn’t challenging to grow and needs regular watering to thrive. They do best in long-lasting, direct light ☀️ and should be less than 1 foot from a window.

Plant parents describe this plant as a fast grower and having large, lush leaves with a whopping 911 being grown with Greg around the world. Check out the reviews below for more details!🌟

Apple likes soil that is good at retaining moisture. Your plant shouldn't need added fertilizers if you repot each time it doubles in size.

Apple belongs to the Malus genus, and is native to Asia, Europe, and North America.

⚠️ Apple is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. These plants are not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Malus domestica

Genus

Malus

Family

Rosaceae

Order

Rosales

Also known as

apple, apple tree, Gala apple, Braeburn Apple, Red Rome Apple, pink lady apple tree, Malus pumila and Honeycrisp Apple

How to care for Apple

💦 Water

How often to water your Apple

Apple needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Apple in your home

Apple love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Apple does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Apple in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Apple

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Apple: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Apple after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Apple is generally easy to care for, though some plant parents report facing challenges with growing it. Check out the reviews down below to read more about their experiences!

How to Grow Apple →

Benefits of Growing Apple →

Common Apple Problems →

Outdoor Care Guide for Apple →

💦 Water Needs

Apple prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Apple Water Frequency →

Apple Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Apple requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Apple Light Requirements →

Apple Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Apple is extremely dangerous if consumed. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian immediately. Apple is not recommended for homes with children, cats, or dogs.

Is Apple Edible? →

Apple Toxicity to Cats →

Apple Toxicity to Dogs →

Apple Toxicity to Humans →

🪴 Soil

Apple is very sensitive to dry soil, so choose a potting soil that retains moisture. A good soil will still drain well and contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir or sphagnum moss.

Best Soil Mix for Apple →

Best Pots for Apple →

When and How to Successfully Repot Apple →

What Are Healthy Apple Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

Apple grows very slowly and doesn’t require added fertilizer. Replacing your plant’s potting soil once a year should provide them with more than enough nutrition. Remember, plants get their energy from sunlight, not fertilizer!

How Much and When to Fertilize Apple →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Apple grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

Apple Lifecycle →

Apple Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Apple →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Apple can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 3a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Apple Temperature Tolerance →

Apple Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Apple →

When to Plant Apple →

How to Plant Apple →

Where to Plant Apple →

Winter Care for Apple →

Best Companion Plants for Apple →

Is Apple a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

The seeds of Apple can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate Apple →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in Apple, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.

Common Bugs Affecting Apple →

What Eats Apple? →

Care Summary for Apple

Apple

Greg recommends:

Water

0.5 cups every 9 days

Placement

< 1ft from a window

Nutrients

Repot after 2x growth

Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.

What other plant parents say

Fast grower 3

Large, lush leaves 2

Easy to propagate 2

Survivor 1

@@mik3ec

7 Plants

712 XP

Toronto, Ontario

06/18/2021

Susceptible to oh so many diseases. Easy to grow from seed, tough to keep healthy

Fast grower

Apple plant photo by @mik3ec named Isaac on Greg, the plant care app.

@@BrandyLVSplants

93 Plants

6,167 XP

06/16/2021

My 15 year old son started this apple seed from a bag of apples we purchased. He has a green thumb of his own. It is important to cool the seeds in the fridge. He germinates them in a paper towel sealed in a sandwich baggie. We also have a celery sprouting somewhere...??? Who knows what he will attempt to grow next!

Large, lush leaves

Easy to propagate

Survivor