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Fruit tree variety comparisons


Apple trees
Gala

Gala is a popular commercial apple variety, with a sweet flavour and crisp flesh.
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Growing


Apple trees
Gala
Gardening skillAverage
Self-fertilityPartially self-fertile
Flowering group4
Disease resistancePoor
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Using


Apple trees
Gala
Picking seasonMid
Season of use3 months or more
Food usesEating fresh
Juice
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Climate


Apple trees
Gala
Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 5 (-29C)
Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
Hot (>30C / 86F)
Chill requirementLow-chill
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Identification


Apple trees
Gala
Country of originNew Zealand
Period of origin1900 - 1949
Flower colourPink - light
Fruit colourOrange / Red
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