25 Sunrise Apple Seeds for Planting | Early Season Sweet Juicy Apple Tree

Sunrise Apple Seeds offer a rewarding way to grow your own early-season apple tree. Sunrise apples are known for their sweet, juicy flavor and crisp texture, making them a favorite for fresh eating and home orchards. These seeds allow gardeners and growers to experiment with growing apple trees from seed, a fun and educational project for the patient gardener.

Growing apples from seed is a long-term endeavor that requires patience, but it can be a fulfilling experience. The resulting trees may vary in fruit characteristics, as apple seeds do not grow true to type. This makes each tree a unique surprise. Sunrise apples are typically early-season varieties, often ripening in mid to late summer, providing a fresh harvest earlier than many other apples.

Plant Features

• Early-season apple variety known for sweet, juicy fruit
• Seeds for growing your own apple tree from scratch
• Great for home orchards, edible landscaping, and educational projects
• Apple trees attract pollinators and provide shade and beauty
• Fruit is ideal for fresh eating, baking, and making cider

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Malus domestica
• Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
• Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6-8 hours daily)
• Soil: Well-drained, loamy soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0
• Water Requirements: Moderate; water regularly during establishment and dry periods
• Growth Habit: Upright spreading tree
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4-8 (varies by cultivar)
• Bloom Season: Spring
• Mature Height: 12-20 feet (dwarf varieties smaller)
• Germination Requirements: Cold stratification recommended; sow seeds outdoors in fall or stratify in refrigerator for 6-8 weeks before planting
• Spacing: 15-20 feet apart for standard trees

Planting & Care

To grow Sunrise apple trees from seed, start by stratifying the seeds to simulate winter conditions. Place seeds in a moist paper towel inside a sealed plastic bag and refrigerate for 6-8 weeks. After stratification, sow seeds indoors in pots filled with a well-draining seed-starting mix, barely covering them with soil. Keep the medium moist but not waterlogged and maintain a temperature around 70°F (21°C). Germination can take several weeks to a few months.

Once seedlings have developed a few sets of true leaves, transplant them into larger pots or directly into the garden after the last frost. Choose a sunny location with well-drained soil. Water regularly during the first year to help establish a strong root system. Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds. As trees mature, prune annually to maintain shape and improve air circulation. Be patient—apple trees grown from seed may take 5-10 years to produce fruit.

What's Included

25 Sunrise Apple Seeds.