How to Grow an Apple Tree from SEED to FRUIT in 3 YEARS!

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  1. Prepare the Seeds:
    Collect seeds from a ripe apple.
    Clean and dry the seeds for a day.
  2. Stratify the Seeds:
    Place seeds in a damp paper towel and into a plastic bag.
    Store in the refrigerator for 6-8 weeks, keeping the towel moist.
  3. Plant the Seeds:
    After stratification, plant seeds 1/2 inch deep in small pots with potting soil.
    Water well and place in a sunny spot or under grow lights.
  4. Care for the Seedlings:
    Keep soil consistently moist.
    Transplant seedlings to larger containers or outdoors when they have several leaves.
  5. Transplanting Outdoors:
    Choose a sunny, well-draining spot.
    Space trees 15-20 feet apart.
    Plant seedlings, firming the soil around the roots.
  6. Accelerate Growth:
    Fertilize regularly.
    Water deeply and mulch to retain moisture.
  7. Pruning:
    Prune in late winter or early spring to shape and remove dead branches.
    Create an open canopy for sunlight and air circulation.
  8. Pollination:
    Plant at least two apple varieties nearby for cross-pollination.
  9. Pest and Disease Management:
    Monitor for pests and diseases.
    Use treatments as needed to protect trees.
  10. Fruit Thinning:
    In the second year, thin fruit to one per cluster when marble-sized to improve quality.
  11. Harvesting:
    By the third year, trees should bear fruit.
    Harvest when apples are firm, crisp, and fully colored.

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