Gala Apple Tree – Malus domestica ‘Gala’ Live Bare Root | 24–36 Inches Tall | Sweet Crisp Apple Tree | Backyard Orchard Starter

Grow one of the most popular apple varieties at home with this Gala Apple Tree seedling, 24–36 inches tall, shipped bare root and dormant for easy planting. Gala apples are loved for their crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor, making them excellent for fresh eating, cooking, baking, and canning.

This variety produces beautiful red-striped apples and is known for its reliable harvests and strong adaptability to many climates. The fruit ripens in early October and can hang well on the tree, giving gardeners a longer harvest window.

Homegrown Gala apples are often sweeter and more flavorful than store-bought fruit, making this tree a great addition to any backyard orchard or edible garden. Your tree will arrive dormant and bare root, which helps the plant establish quickly once planted. You will receive a healthy tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Gala apple tree (bare root)
✔️ Height: approximately 24–36 inches
✔️ Healthy dormant seedling
✔️ Standard rootstock
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Gala Apple Tree
Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Gala’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young seedling (bare root)

Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil moist while establishing
Mature Height: 12–20 feet (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Zones: 4–8
Harvest Season: Early October
Chill Hours: Approximately 500
Pollination: Requires another apple variety nearby for best fruit production
Container Friendly: Possible while young, best planted in ground long term

💡 Care Tip:
Before planting, soak the bare roots in water for several hours to help rehydrate the tree. Plant in full sun with well-draining soil and water deeply after planting to encourage strong root establishment.