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Red Fuji Apple Tree

Malus pumila 'Nagafu 6'

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Planting & Care

Where to Plant

  • Sunlight: Full sun is essential, requiring at least 6 to 8 hours of direct light daily. Maximum sun exposure ensures the best fruit color development and increases the sugar content for that signature Fuji sweetness.
  • Soil: These trees prefer deep, well-drained loamy soil that allows roots to breathe. If you have heavy clay, plant in a raised mound to prevent "wet feet," or mix in organic compost to improve drainage in sandy spots.

Watering Requirements

During the first two growing seasons, provide 1 to 2 inches of water per week to help the root system anchor deeply. Once established, the Red Fuji is moderately drought-tolerant, but inconsistent moisture during fruit swell can lead to smaller apples or bitter pit. Aim for deep, infrequent soakings at the base rather than light sprinkles to keep the tree hydrated through the summer heat.

Pruning Tips

Red Fuji apples fruit on spurs that develop on older wood, so focus your pruning in late winter while the tree is dormant. Thin out the center of the canopy to create an "open vase" shape, which allows sunlight and air to reach the interior fruit. Think of it like opening a window; better airflow prevents fungal issues and ensures the apples in the middle of the tree ripen as evenly as those on the outside.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer in early spring before the buds break to support the upcoming crop. Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizers in late summer because this encourages tender new growth that won't harden off before the first frost. Excess nitrogen can also lead to large, flavorless fruit and increased susceptibility to fire blight.

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Description

The blushing cousin to the Fuji, the Red Fuji Apple Tree (Malus pumila 'Nagafu 6') is a smaller sized tree for tiny gardens or tucking into existing orchards and landscapes with ease! Cold hardy and adaptable, and just as delicious as its larger family member, Red Fuji produces a good-sized crop without taking up the space!

While the tree itself doesn’t reach too much taller than 10 feet in height, the burst of spring blooms and large harvest of full-sized fruit don’t hold back! Lush green foliage makes this a fantastic privacy tree as well as tucking into smaller properties with ease.

The bright rosy blushed fruit over a greenish-yellow skin still sports the crispy sweet and rich flavor of a typical Fuji! Add to fresh fruit salads, slice fresh, or use in all your favorite dessert and baking recipes.

Planting and Application:

Use Red Fuji as a darling ornamental flowering tree that supplies you with a bountiful harvest as well! The spring display of pink buds that burst open into white flowers is a fragrant herald that summer is around the corner!

The lush foliage is perfect for creating a privacy hedgerow or screening around seating areas, or just for a space-saving ornamental specimen accenting your front garden beds and providing pin-point shade. No garden space is needed, simply pot this tiny Apple tree into a large planter on your porch, balcony or patio!

  • Crisp, sweet & flavorful red apples
  • Small compact size
  • Low maintenance & easy to grow
  • Large containers & planters
  • Somewhat self-fertile but increase yield with a pollinator partner

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Fruit trees require full sun for the most vigorous growth and best harvest. Provide at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, favoring the drying power of the morning sun. Good air circulation, well-drained enriched soil, mulch, and moderate moisture access is also important for your tree’s health.

  • Minimal pruning or care needed
  • Highly adaptable to a wide range of conditions
  • Bears fruit at about 3-4 years of age
  • Check out our Garden Blog for more Apple Tree Care!
  • 400-500 Chill Hours

For a darling ornamental flowering Apple tree in a compact size that also offers full-sized fruit, look no further than the Red Fuji Apple Tree! Great things really do come in small packages at NatureHills.com!

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