Product description
Step out into your garden on a warm October’s morning and admire the most glorious orange and red skins of the large fruits splashed across the popular Apple Blenheim Orange tree. Be delighted by the sweet scent these apples provide as you pick from the reliable crop of large Apples that will appear in the spring.
The fruit of the Malus domestica ‘Blenheim Orange’ Apple is perfect for both eating straight from the tree, paired with a side of mature cheese or cooked down to a delicious purée or jam. Placed on a traditional ploughman’s platter or wine platter your guests will certainly be impressed. A nutty, sweet taste on the palate with a crumbly texture, this gem of the fruit world also keeps well, making sure you have some left over to create a decadent dessert.
First discovered in Oxford in 1740, this tree is offered as a rootstock MM106, semi-dwarfing, which is tolerant of a range of soils including grassed orchards and poor soils. This is the most widely used rootstock. Plant with a spacing of 4.5m between the rows for best results. When left unpruned it will reach heights of 4-5m in a 10-year period.
It is important to note that this tree will require another tree from the same or neighbouring flowering group to ensure pollination.
MM106 (Semi Dwarfing) are suitable for all forms except standards. The apple trees are tolerant to various soils like grass orchards and poor soils. Widely used rootstock, but not for small gardens. This tree will begin fruiting after three or four years with a ultimate height of between 3-4m.
M26 (Dwarfing) are good for spindlebush, espalier and ideal for containers. Typically starts fruiting after two or three years with an ultimate height of between 2.4-3m.
Apple Tree
Apple 'Blenheim Orange'
Apple 'Blenheim Orange'
Product description
Step out into your garden on a warm October’s morning and admire the most glorious orange and red skins of the large fruits splashed across the popular Apple Blenheim Orange tree. Be delighted by the sweet scent these apples provide as you pick from the reliable crop of large Apples that will appear in the spring.
The fruit of the Malus domestica ‘Blenheim Orange’ Apple is perfect for both eating straight from the tree, paired with a side of mature cheese or cooked down to a delicious purée or jam. Placed on a traditional ploughman’s platter or wine platter your guests will certainly be impressed. A nutty, sweet taste on the palate with a crumbly texture, this gem of the fruit world also keeps well, making sure you have some left over to create a decadent dessert.
First discovered in Oxford in 1740, this tree is offered as a rootstock MM106, semi-dwarfing, which is tolerant of a range of soils including grassed orchards and poor soils. This is the most widely used rootstock. Plant with a spacing of 4.5m between the rows for best results. When left unpruned it will reach heights of 4-5m in a 10-year period.
It is important to note that this tree will require another tree from the same or neighbouring flowering group to ensure pollination.
MM106 (Semi Dwarfing) are suitable for all forms except standards. The apple trees are tolerant to various soils like grass orchards and poor soils. Widely used rootstock, but not for small gardens. This tree will begin fruiting after three or four years with a ultimate height of between 3-4m.
M26 (Dwarfing) are good for spindlebush, espalier and ideal for containers. Typically starts fruiting after two or three years with an ultimate height of between 2.4-3m.
Give your tree the best start
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune your Blenheim tree during the dormant season to shape its structure and encourage healthy growth. Focus on removing any dead, damaged, or overcrowded branches to improve air circulation and sunlight penetration. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring to promote fruiting and maintain overall health. For optimal fruit production, consider planting a compatible pollinator nearby, as Blenheim trees are often partially self-fertile.
How to Water
Water newly planted Blenheim trees deeply and regularly during the first year, particularly in dry weather, to help establish strong roots. Mature trees require less frequent watering but benefit from additional water during prolonged droughts or the fruiting season. Ensure the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. For best results, water early in the morning or late in the evening to reduce evaporation.
How to Plant
To plant a Blenheim tree, choose a sunny or partially shaded site with well-draining, fertile soil. Dig a hole twice as wide and slightly deeper than the root ball. Soak the root ball thoroughly before planting. Position the tree so the graft union is just above soil level, then backfill with soil, firming it gently as you go. Water generously after planting to settle the soil and remove air pockets. Add a layer of mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, keeping it a few centimetres away from the trunk to avoid rot.
