Plant Quick Guide

Growing Zones:

4-8.

Mature Height:

15-20 ft

Mature Width:

15-20 ft

Sunlight:

Full (6-8 hours)

Spacing:

18-20 ft

Chill Hours:

600-700

Growth Rate:

Moderate

Flower Color:

Pale Pink-White

Harvest Time:

Mid-September to Mid-October

Years to Bear:

3-5 years

Pollinator:

Self. For larger crop plant: Fuji, Granny Smith, Jonathan, or Red Delicious

Does Not Ship To:

AK, AZ, CA, HI, PR

Apple Trees - Golden Delicious

Malus domestica
USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8.
$69.95
SKU: APPGOL05G
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Description

The Golden Delicious Apple is a classic apple variety known for its bright yellow skin and sweet, mild flavor. These apples ripen in September and October and are perfect for fresh eating, baking, and making applesauce or cider. Golden Delicious apples are juicy, crisp, and subtly sweet, making them one of the most versatile apples for both cooking and snacking.

Key Features:

  • Mild, Sweet Flavor: A delicately sweet taste with a touch of honey, making it perfect for snacking or baking.

  • Crisp Texture: Firm, juicy flesh that is ideal for fresh eating and holds up well in baking.

  • Golden Skin: Bright yellow skin that provides an attractive appearance and excellent storage potential.

  • Versatile Use: Great for fresh eating, pies, applesauce, and cider-making.

  • Cold Hardy: Performs well in a variety of climates, making it a great option for home orchards in both cold and warm climates.

Mature Size:

  • Height: 15–20 feet

  • Spread: 15–20 feet

  • Growth Rate: Moderate

USDA Hardiness Zones:
Zones: 5–8

Chill Hours:
600–800 chill hours required for optimal fruiting.

Care Instructions:

  • Sunlight: Prefers full sun for optimal fruiting and flavor development.

  • Soil: Thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil.

  • Watering: Water deeply but infrequently, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged.

  • Pruning: Prune annually in winter to maintain shape and remove dead or damaged wood.

  • Pollination: Requires cross-pollination with another apple variety for best fruit set.

Landscape Uses:

  • Perfect for home orchards, small gardens, or as a decorative tree in yards.

  • Great for fresh eating, baking, making applesauce, and cider-making.

  • Golden fruit adds ornamental value to your landscape.

With its sweet flavor, crisp texture, and vibrant color, the Golden Delicious Apple is a fantastic addition to any orchard or garden. Whether you're looking for a versatile apple for snacking, baking, or making sauces, Golden Delicious apples will provide you with delicious fruit year after year.

More Information: Apple Growing Guide

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Shipping

At Plant Me Green we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care. We ship your plants using FedEx Ground® the following business day after you have completed checkout.

We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions. 

If you have any questions concerning transit time for your order, please feel free to contact us at info@plantmegreen.com or toll free 855-817-5268.

Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.
How to Plant
STEP 1) First, decide on a planting location. Consider carefully what kind of sun, soil, and growing-space your tree or shrub will need.
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
Care Guide

Water apple trees regularly, making sure to keep the soil moist without drowning the tree. Prune in the winter while the tree is growing and in the summer once the tree has reached its desired height.

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Customer Reviews

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Paul Como

Apple Trees - Golden Delicious

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Douglas Kirkley
Apple trees

The tree’s arrived in perfect condition
They were already showing new growth
Highly recommended this company!!

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Brandon Allen
Was really let down

I ordered several apple trees recently and both of the golden delicious trees I ordered were dead. The qualities of the other trees I received were so good that I was extremely surprised while opening the package on the golden delicious trees. It’s also odd that I receive this feedback email today when all of this was emailed to you 1.5 wks ago when the trees arrived.

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Steven Janoski

Arrived a little late but doing well. Not as wilty as the reds. Will be ordering more trees in the future.

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Nathan Treadway
Great trees

Arrived in perfect shape and were very healthy.

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