Apple Tree, Zestar
ID: #1648621
Description
**Online orders are for local pickup only. We do not ship plants. Please double check your location and ensure you are able to pick up your plants. Pick up will be available on or after May 9th, 2026. You will specify your pickup date upon check out, and we will have your plants available for pickup by 10am on your designated pickup date. Zestar Apple Tree in a convenient 5-gallon pot – an exceptional early-season apple that brings crisp, refreshing flavor to your home orchard! Developed for cold climates like Michigan, Zestar is known for its reliable performance, beautiful fruit, and bright, sweet-tart taste that signals the start of apple harvest season. Taste/Appearance: Zestar apples are celebrated for their lively, juicy crunch and well-balanced flavor that blends sweetness with a pleasant hint of tartness. The fruit features a vibrant red blush over a yellow-green background, often with subtle striping that adds visual appeal. Their crisp texture holds up well for fresh eating, light baking, and early-season applesauce, making them a versatile favorite for late summer harvest. Growing Requirements: Zestar Apple Trees perform best in full sun with well-drained soil and consistent moisture during establishment and fruit development. This variety is not self-pollinating, so planting near another compatible apple such as Honeycrisp, Gala, or Fuji will improve fruit set. In northern Michigan landscapes where apple trees are common, nearby trees can often provide adequate pollination. Annual pruning helps maintain a strong branch structure, encourages airflow, and supports consistent fruit production year after year. Mature Size/Shape: At maturity, Zestar Apple Trees typically reach 12 to 16 feet tall with a spread of about 10 to 15 feet. The tree develops a rounded, upright-spreading canopy that provides both ornamental beauty and productive harvests, making it a wonderful addition to edible landscapes, backyard orchards, or homestead gardens. Why Michigan is Ideal for Growing Zestar Apples: Michigan’s cold winters supply the chill hours Zestar needs for proper dormancy and flowering, while warm summer days help fruit develop excellent sweetness and color. The region’s seasonal rainfall patterns and fertile soils support steady growth and reliable harvests. As an early-ripening variety bred for northern climates, Zestar thrives in Michigan conditions and offers gardeners one of the first crisp apples of the season. Enjoy the excitement of harvesting fresh apples earlier than ever – order your Zestar Apple Tree today and get your orchard off to a delicious start this growing season!
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$58.00
Last Updated
17 August 2026, 01:27 UTC
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