Grow Sweet, Crisp Apples in Hot Climates with the Anna Apple Tree Low Chill Hour Anna Apple Tree Thrives in Southern Heat The Anna Apple Tree is a self-pollinating, low chill variety that produces sweet, crisp apples even in hot, humid climates—perfect for Southern growers. The Anna Apple is an Israeli selection and its fruits are lusciously medium to large sized apples. This tree’s apples have light green and yellow skin with a slight red blush. The anna apples are sweet, slightly tart, and crisp with creamy light flesh. Fresh eating and delicious taste! This anna apple variety is particularly noted for heavy crops. The tree will produce at an early age, and its fruit is excellent for eating fresh and baking and will store for up to 2 months in the refrigerator. Anna Apples thrive in areas not previously known for growing apples as they need only 200-300 chill hours to break dormancy. It is an early season apple that ripens in June to produce delicious apples. HOW TO CARE FOR AN ANNA APPLE TREE PURCHASED ONLINE The growth rate of this apple tree is moderate. Grows less than 8 inches per year. Prefers full sun and slightly shaded during the hot afternoon temperatures. Prefers slightly acidic soil. This apple variety is the perfect apple tree for the south! Will thrive in some other areas of the United States. After Anna apple tree planting, the trees will produce at an early age and are self-fertile. But anna apple pollination with an apple variety such as Dorsett Golden apple will increase production, meaning more fruit for you! This apple tree grows best across the United States in USDA growing zones 6-9. The chill requirement makes it an ideal choice for people in warmer southern climates with mild winters. Why Buy From Perfect Plants? When you buy fruit trees or shrubs online, make sure you’re buying directly from the grower! We are a family-owned and operated nursery since 1980 that takes pride in producing healthy, fruit-bearing plants for your orchard or backyard. It does not ship bare root. This tree is grown rooted in a pot with soil and will come shipped that way. Shop the Anna Apple Tree for sale. Check out all apple trees for sale.
