Pink Lady Apple Tree – Malus domestica ‘Cripps Pink’ Live Bare Root | 24–36 Inches Tall | Sweet-Tart Apple Tree | Backyard Orchard Starter

Grow delicious, crisp apples at home with this Pink Lady Apple Tree (Malus domestica ‘Cripps Pink’), a 24–36 inch live tree shipped bare root and ready for planting. Pink Lady apples are known for their sweet-tart flavor, crisp texture, and beautiful pink blush, making them a favorite for fresh eating, baking, and desserts.

This popular apple variety produces fruit that stores exceptionally well and resists bruising and browning, allowing you to enjoy homegrown apples long after harvest. Pink Lady apples are typically ready in mid to late fall, making them a great choice for autumn baking and seasonal recipes.

The Pink Lady apple tree is a vigorous grower with an attractive symmetrical shape, making it suitable for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and small garden spaces. It may also be grown in large containers when properly maintained. Your tree will arrive dormant and bare root, which helps it establish quickly after planting.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Pink Lady apple tree
✔️ Height: approximately 24–36 inches
✔️ Bare root dormant tree
✔️ Healthy nursery-grown plant
✔️ Carefully packaged for safe delivery

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Pink Lady Apple Tree
Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Cripps Pink’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young bare-root tree

Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist during establishment
Mature Height: Up to 20 feet (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast

USDA Zones: 5–9
Harvest Season: October (mid to late season)
Pollination: Often benefits from another apple variety nearby
Container Friendly: Possible when pruned and grown in large containers

💡 Care Tip:
Before planting, soak the bare roots in water for several hours to help the tree rehydrate. Plant in a sunny location with well-draining soil and mulch around the base to help retain moisture.