Apple Tree - Katy
€26.95
Katy Apple Tree (Grafted on M26 Rootstock)
The Katy Apple Tree (Malus domestica ‘Katy’) is a compact, deciduous fruit tree that typically grows up to 3–4 metres tall. It is grafted onto M26 rootstock, giving it a semi-dwarf habit ideal for smaller gardens, orchards, or food forests. Katy is an early-season Irish eating apple, producing medium-sized, bright red fruits with crisp, juicy flesh and a balanced sweet-tart flavour. The apples ripen from late August to early September and are excellent for eating fresh or juicing.
The Katy Apple Tree thrives in full sun and moist, well-drained, moderately fertile soil.
It is hardy and productive, performing particularly well in Ireland’s cool temperate climate, with good resistance to common apple diseases such as scab and canker. While not self-fertile, it will crop best when planted near another apple variety from pollination group 2 or 3 (such as Discovery or James Grieve). Its spring blossoms attract bees and other pollinators, making it a valuable addition to both productive and wildlife-friendly gardens.
Quantity
Only 2 left in stock
Growing Instructions
Plant in full sun and fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil.
Water regularly during the first year after planting and during dry spells. Apply compost or well-rotted manure as a mulch each spring to feed the soil and retain moisture. Stake young trees securely to support the semi-dwarf rootstock. Prune in winter to remove dead or crossing branches and maintain an open shape for good airflow and fruiting.
Harvest apples in late August to early September when fully coloured and easily detached from the branch. Best enjoyed fresh from the tree or used for juicing and desserts.
