Growing Guide: Kei Apple
Plant Type
Tropical / Subtropical Evergreen Fruit Tree
Harvest Season
Summer, Fall. Generally, plants bloom in the spring and fruit ripens from August to October.
Mature Size
Up to 30 ft tall with a spread of up to 25 ft wide but can easily be pruned to smaller sizes.
Soil & Moisture
Drought tolerant! Rich, fertile, well-draining, sandy soil.
Light Requirements
Full Sun, Part Shade
Self-Fertile
No. Male and female trees are needed for pollination in order to set fruit. Plant three or more to increase the chances of having both male and female trees.
Growth Rate
Fast, Medium
Zone Hardiness
Outdoors 9-11 with frost protection while young (can handle light frost and temperatures down to 24 degrees once established); Patio/Greenhouse 4+
Grown from seed and ready to bear fruit within 3 years.
