How about an apple tree?

[Sunbeam]

One of my best friends as asked me to be godmother to her baby son & I want to buy him something special but different as a present- and after having a bit of a think I wondered about buying him a tree... something that will grow with him.

What sort of tree should I go for - I thought about an apple tree, but am open to suggestions - his name is Roman & he was born in August.

Any suggestions appreciated!

[shirlthegirl43]

That is a lovely idea. I would suggest checking what sort of gardeners they are and how much space they would have available. Either that or a variety that can be container grown so that it can go with the lad if that is his wish.

[SarzWix]

I agree, that's a fab idea
There are hundreds of varieties of apple tree available, I'm sure you'll be able to find something suitable for their garden. You could buy them a root-control bag to plant it in - that way it's easier for watering etc, but the tree can also be moved if they move house.

A couple of nurseries with a lot of apple varieties;
Keepers Nursery - possibly the largest range of fruit trees and soft fruit plants in the world

Deacons Nursery Fruits - Trees

An Organic nursery specially for trees for difficult locations (ie North/West & Scotland)
Welcome to Britains Oldest Organic Nursery

[Headfry]

Bernwode Plants-Specialist Nursery Growing Traditional Fruit Trees


Try the above, you might even find something with Roman in the title!

[Sunbeam]

many thanks - I'll have a look through & see what I can find!