Apple Granny Smith

Apple 'Granny Smith' is one of the world's most recognisable apple varieties, prized for its crisp texture, vibrant green skin and unmistakably tart flavour. A favourite for both fresh eating and cooking, this reliable apple tree produces generous crops of firm fruit that ripen from late autumn and store exceptionally well.

First discovered in Australia in the 1860s, Granny Smith has become a staple in home orchards thanks to its consistent productivity and versatility. The juicy flesh remains crisp long after harvest, making it the perfect choice for pies, crumbles, tarts, sauces and fresh fruit salads, while those who enjoy a refreshing tang will love eating them straight from the tree.

In spring, the tree is covered in masses of fragrant white blossoms tinged with soft pink, attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators. As a deciduous tree, it also provides beautiful seasonal interest with fresh green foliage through summer before turning warm golden tones in autumn.

For the best fruit production, Apple 'Granny Smith' should be planted with a compatible pollinating apple variety that flowers at a similar time.

Why You'll Love It

• Produces crisp, juicy apples with a refreshing tart flavour
• Excellent for both fresh eating and cooking
• Heavy, reliable crops each year
• Fruit stores exceptionally well after harvest
• Beautiful spring blossom attracts bees
• Ideal for home orchards and family gardens
• Easy to grow throughout most of New Zealand
• One of the world's most popular apple varieties