Edibles

Imagine stepping into your garden to pluck a delicious snack from your own apple tree. Malus domestica Pink Lady Apple produces a sweet and tart fruit that has an attractive pink blush with a delicious flavour. With an audible crunch and a burst of juice this favourite is a bright and refreshing addition to any lunch box. The World’s Number 1 eating apple has firm flesh and good acidity making it a ‘go to’ favourite in cooking. Developed in WA, it is hardy and suitable to Australia’s hot conditions. This fruit tree is a great addition to your orchard or edible garden.

Plant in the winter. Give these 3 or 4 years to start producing. This is the time needed for the branches to reach maturity with a sufficient reserve of nutrients to bear fruit. Plant near another apple tree for easy pollination.

Soil: Clay loam, sandy loam
Conditions: Warm temperate, cool temperate, mediterranian
Sizes: Height 3m x width 2.5m

Goldmine is a well-loved, freestone nectarine variety bred in New Zealand, prized for its exceptional flavour and versatility. In spring, the tree is covered in dense clusters of rosy-pink blossoms that transform into round, red-and-yellow fruit maturing in late February. The juicy white flesh is sweet and aromatic, making it perfect for eating fresh straight from the tree, as well as for stewing, preserving, or jam-making. A reliable and productive variety, Goldmine nectarine trees make a delightful addition to home gardens and small orchards alike.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun. Low chill requirement so suitable for a wide range of climates.
Size: Height 3-5m x width 2-3m

Cosford Hazelnut is a mid-sized shrub or small tree with green leaves that turn yellow in autumn. Flowers are produced early in spring - before the leaves - followed by fruit in clusters. The hazelnut has a roughly spherical to oval shape and is excellent eaten fresh as well as roasting and cooking. Suggested cross pollinators are Wanliss Pride and Red Aveline. Although both male and female flowers are borne on the same tree, they don’t always flower at the same time. Planting different varieties will assist with pollination.

Soil: Well-drained and well-worked soil.
Conditions: Plant in a sunny position. Prefers temperate climates.
Size: Height 4-5m x width 3-4

The Washington Navel is a popular backyard orange grown in Australia. This small to medium tree forms a rounded shape with glossy leaves and small, richly scented white flowers. The sweet, seedless orange matures in early winter; it is easy to peel and holds on the tree for several months. This tree is perfect for the home orchard supplying tasty, seedless oranges in mid-winter. In some coastal areas, excessive summer fruit drop results in poor harvests so Washington Navel is a better choice for inland gardeners.

Soil: Well-drained soil.
Conditions: Full sun
Size: Height 3-5m x width 3m

Citrus sinensis Orange Blood - Grafted features a neat compact growth habit. The foliage is a lovely rich green which holds its colour all year round. Petite white fragrant blooms appear in mid to late winter with large rounded orange fruits following in mid to late spring. The skin is quite thin and the flesh is a brilliant blood red and is very juicy with an excellent flavour! Depending on the climate this can affect the flesh colour - in colder climates the fruit will have less red pigments. Fertilise Blood Oranges throughout the peak growing seasons.

Soil: Suited to light, fertile, free-draining soils
Conditions: Full sun. Water generously by deep soaking over hot months. Frost tolerant.
Size: Height 2m x width 2m

Citrus paradisi Ruby Grapefruit has medium-sized seedless fruit, a smooth thin peel, and dark red flesh that offers excellent quality. A grapefruit tree is an easy-care and long-lived backyard tree that is highly valued for its productivity. A mature grapefruit tree can produce over 90 kilos of juicy, sweet-tart, crimson fruit, and with the Ruby variety, the fruit becomes even sweeter as it remains on the tree. To ensure the best growth and fruit set, grapefruit trees require full sun, and a planting location that receives at least eight hours of direct sunlight per day is ideal. With its productivity, delicious fruit, and easy care, a grapefruit tree is a great choice for any backyard. Grafted Ruby Grapefruit trees typically grow to 0.9m to 1.3m.

Semi-dwarf Gala apple is a deciduous tree with pinkish-white flowers in spring followed in late February by medium-sized round fruit with red striping on the skin. It is firm, crisp and juicy with a sweet flavour. The fruit is delicious eaten fresh and cooked for desserts. Fruit can be stored for up to six months. Some cross-pollinators are Granny Smith, Red Delicious, Pink Lady, Red Fuji and Lady Williams.

Soil: Well-drained and well-worked soil.
Conditions: Sunny position. This variety is great for cool climate areas.
Size: Height 3m x width 3m

Experience the exceptional taste of Trixzie® 'Gala' Apple, the perfect addition to any garden! This compact, round apple dazzles with its bright red skin, featuring self-stripes over a yellow-green background. The creamy-white flesh is firm, crisp, and juicy, offering a finely textured delight. Renowned for its excellent, well-balanced sweetness, Trixzie® 'Gala' is a joy to eat fresh off the tree. Ideal for home orchards, this dwarf variety brings bountiful, delicious harvests within easy reach.

Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.
Conditions: Thrives in full sun. Frost-tolerant. Regular watering is essential, especially during dry periods.
Size: 1.5m H x 1.5m W
Add the Trixzie® 'Gala' Apple to your garden and savour the delightful, sweet flavour of fresh, homegrown apples that are perfect for snacking and sharing!