New Braeburn and Gala Apple Trees in Containers

[Artisan]

I purchased online just over a month ago 4ft high Braeburn and Gala apple trees which were sold as a pair. The two trees were planted in large containers along with other trees I already have. Although both trees are looking healthy without any leaf drop I have noticed that the Gala has started to put on a small amount of new growth but there is no sign of any new growth showing on the Braeburn. Does anyone know if this is normal? Does the Gala grow faster than the Braeburn? I would be interested to know.

[TrixC]

Braeburn isn't the best apple for UK growing, it's a NZ variety and prefers a warmer climate. Have you been feeding the trees?

[Artisan]

New Braeburn and Gala Apple Trees in Containers

Hello TrixC. Now that is interesting. So the Braeburn originates in NZ. With regards to feeding, yes the tree is being fed. The tree itself is looking very healthy but as I said there are as yet no new buds breaking unlike the Gala. Perhaps I just have to be patient. I was expecting to have apples within on week of planting.

[chris_m]

Perhaps, being from NZ, it's got the seasons the wrong way around

[Artisan]

I thought that. Perhaps I should have planted the tree up side down!!

[chris_m]

Stick it next to something Australian and it'll probably take off like a rocket

[Artisan]

I’d try my Border Collie sheep dog Alfie who has relatives in Oz but he keeps trying to round up all the trees and stick them in a Penn. Bless him!