{"product_id":"1-mutsu-crispin-apple-tree-18-24-inch-bare-root-grafted-malus-domestica","title":"1 Mutsu Crispin Apple Tree 18-24 Inch Bare Root Grafted Malus domestica","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Mutsu Crispin Apple Tree is a classic dessert and culinary apple variety known for its large, crisp fruit and sweet-tart flavor. This grafted tree (Malus domestica) arrives as a bare root specimen measuring 18–24 inches, ready to establish in your home orchard or edible landscape. Mutsu, also called Crispin, produces apples that are excellent for fresh eating, baking, and cider making, making it a versatile choice for gardeners seeking a reliable fruiting tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its attractive blossoms in spring and abundant fruit in fall, this apple tree adds both beauty and productivity to the garden. It is a vigorous grower that adapts well to a range of climates and is suitable for backyard orchards, espalier training, or as a specimen tree. Proper pollination and care will reward you with a bountiful harvest in the coming years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlant Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProduces large, crisp apples with a sweet-tart flavor profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrafted tree ensures consistent fruit quality and true-to-type characteristics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShowy spring blossoms attract pollinators\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDual-purpose variety ideal for fresh eating, baking, and cider\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBare root form allows for easy planting and quick establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malus domestica\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deciduous fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSunlight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (at least 6 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Well-drained, loamy soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater Requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, especially during fruit development\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright spreading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA Hardiness Zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature Height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12–15 feet (dwarfing rootstock may reduce size)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 15–20 feet apart\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant your bare root Mutsu apple tree in early spring or late fall while it is still dormant. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Dig a hole wide enough to accommodate the roots without crowding, and position the graft union 2–3 inches above the soil line. Backfill with native soil, tamp gently to remove air pockets, and water thoroughly. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds, but keep mulch away from the trunk.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWater regularly during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, provide about 1 inch of water per week during dry spells. Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Mutsu is not self-fertile, so plant another apple variety nearby for cross-pollination and better fruit set. Fertilize sparingly in early spring if growth is weak.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eOne (1) Mutsu Crispin Apple bare root tree, 18–24 inches tall, grafted onto a rootstock.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67862002925878,"sku":"FSG-032","price":155.43,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0994\/4884\/8694\/files\/il_fullxfull.8129441031_ors0.jpg?v=1793267516","url":"https:\/\/blakesflora.com\/products\/1-mutsu-crispin-apple-tree-18-24-inch-bare-root-grafted-malus-domestica","provider":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","version":"1.0","type":"link"}