HenriettaPizzaNolan
Raising Layers and Meat Birds in the City
Hello all. Does anyone have experience with dwarf and semi-dwarf apple trees? I am putting in an order from Stark Bro's online and I'm not sure which size I should get.
According to the website, dwarf apple trees grow a max height and width of 8-10 feet, and semi-dwarfs are about 10-15 feet tall and wide. I live in an urban area but have a decent sized yard. However, it's still not a ton of space compared to rural areas. I instantly thought I should order the dwarf because it will fit in my yard better and not shade my vegetable garden if I decide to put it in my backyard. I could still get a decent harvest from the small tree too. But, I was wondering if deer and other animals can easily eat the apples from the dwarf tree. Another thing: dwarf trees only live 10-15 years.
To anyone who has had one or both of these sized fruit trees: Are dwarf trees worth it or should I just go with the semi-dwarf? What are the pros and cons of each in your opinion?
Thank you!!!
According to the website, dwarf apple trees grow a max height and width of 8-10 feet, and semi-dwarfs are about 10-15 feet tall and wide. I live in an urban area but have a decent sized yard. However, it's still not a ton of space compared to rural areas. I instantly thought I should order the dwarf because it will fit in my yard better and not shade my vegetable garden if I decide to put it in my backyard. I could still get a decent harvest from the small tree too. But, I was wondering if deer and other animals can easily eat the apples from the dwarf tree. Another thing: dwarf trees only live 10-15 years.
To anyone who has had one or both of these sized fruit trees: Are dwarf trees worth it or should I just go with the semi-dwarf? What are the pros and cons of each in your opinion?
Thank you!!!