{"product_id":"santiam-red-gala-apple-tree-malus-domestica-bare-root-m7-semi-dwarf-rootstock-early-ripening-sweet-apple-disease-resistant-fruit-tree","title":"Santiam Red Gala Apple Tree Bare Root | Early Ripening Sweet Apple on M7 Semi-Dwarf Rootstock","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Santiam Red Gala Apple Tree is a bare root, deciduous fruit tree grafted onto M7 semi-dwarf rootstock, making it ideal for home orchards. This variety is selected from Royal Gala seedlings and is known for its early ripening, sweet, and crisp apples. It offers strong disease resistance, making it a reliable choice for backyard gardeners seeking a manageable tree with excellent fruit quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEarly ripening variety, producing apples ahead of traditional Gala types\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSweet, crisp, and flavorful fruit suitable for fresh eating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrafted on M7 rootstock for a semi-dwarf tree size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong disease resistance for easier maintenance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered as a healthy dormant bare root tree ready for planting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRequires full sun exposure (6–8 hours daily)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrefers well-draining, fertile soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate watering with consistent moisture during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature height ranges from 12 to 16 feet, smaller with pruning\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModerate growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for USDA zones 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeeds cross-pollination with other apple varieties such as Fuji or Granny Smith\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan be grown in containers when young but best planted in the ground for long-term growth\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor optimal pollination and higher yields, plant near another apple variety. Regular pruning is recommended to improve airflow, fruit quality, and maintain the tree’s shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"SantiamNursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46929976230087,"sku":null,"price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/2185\/0311\/files\/ListingShopify_51.jpg?v=1785519094","url":"https:\/\/prosperitynursery.com\/products\/santiam-red-gala-apple-tree-malus-domestica-bare-root-m7-semi-dwarf-rootstock-early-ripening-sweet-apple-disease-resistant-fruit-tree","provider":"Prosperity Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}