{"product_id":"apple-granny-smith-15-litre-half-standard","title":"Apple Granny Smith 15 Litre Half Standard","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApple 'Granny Smith' – The Iconic Crisp Green Dessert Apple\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalus domestica 'Granny Smith' is one of the world's most instantly recognisable apple varieties, celebrated for its \u003cstrong\u003ebright, glossy green skin\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eexceptionally crisp texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong\u003erefreshingly sharp, tangy flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e. The firm, white flesh delivers a clean, zingy taste that is equally at home eaten fresh, used in cooking, or pressed for juice. A late-season variety of Australian origin, 'Granny Smith' performs best in warmer, sheltered positions in the UK, where it rewards patient cultivation with an impressive crop of striking, long-keeping green fruit and a beautiful display of spring blossom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Grow Apple 'Granny Smith'?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIconic Flavour\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sharp, tangy, and refreshing; a distinctive taste that stands out from sweeter dessert varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExceptionally Crisp Texture\u003c\/strong\u003e – Firm, dense flesh that holds its bite and remains satisfyingly crunchy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Purpose Use\u003c\/strong\u003e – Superb eaten fresh, and outstanding in cooking, baking, and juicing where a sharp, firm apple is required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExcellent Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fruit keeps well for several months under cool, dry conditions, maintaining quality long after harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStriking Appearance\u003c\/strong\u003e – Bold, vivid green fruit makes a dramatic visual statement in the garden and on the kitchen table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpring Blossom\u003c\/strong\u003e – Attractive white flowers provide a seasonal display and support pollinating insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest Time\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLate \u003cstrong\u003eOctober to November\u003c\/strong\u003e; one of the latest-ripening apple varieties, benefiting from a long, warm growing season for the fruit to develop fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePollination Group:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4\u003cbr\u003e\n'Granny Smith' is not reliably self-fertile and crops best with a compatible pollination partner nearby. Suitable partners include varieties from pollination groups 3–5 (e.g. \u003cem\u003eCox's Orange Pippin\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSunset\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem\u003eSpartan\u003c\/em\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eBramley's Seedling\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeight and Spread\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFinal size depends on rootstock; typically \u003cstrong\u003e3–4m (10–13ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e in height and spread as a bush tree on a semi-dwarfing rootstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Site Your Apple 'Granny Smith'\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrchards \u0026amp; Kitchen Gardens\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLawns \u0026amp; Large Borders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarm, Sheltered Sunny Spots\u003c\/strong\u003e – Essential for late fruit to ripen fully in the UK climate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraining Against South-Facing Walls or Fences\u003c\/strong\u003e (espalier or fan trained)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Care\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil\u003c\/strong\u003e – Fertile, moisture-retentive but well-drained soil; avoid waterlogged or very poor, sandy sites.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight\u003c\/strong\u003e – Full sun in a warm, sheltered position is strongly recommended; 'Granny Smith' is a late ripener and requires maximum warmth and light to bring the fruit to full maturity in the UK.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e – Water regularly during establishment and during prolonged dry spells, particularly while fruit is developing and swelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Winter pruning to build an open, well-balanced framework and maintain good airflow through the canopy; summer pruning is beneficial for trained forms to improve light penetration and encourage fruiting spurs.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apply a balanced fertiliser or specialist fruit feed in early spring to support healthy growth and a productive crop.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePests \u0026amp; Diseases:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally a robust variety; monitor for apple scab and mildew, particularly in wetter seasons. Ensuring good airflow through careful pruning will help reduce disease risk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConclusion\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMalus domestica 'Granny Smith' is a world-famous apple variety offering an unbeatable combination of vivid colour, exceptional crunch, and bold, sharp flavour. Given a warm, sunny position, it is a deeply rewarding choice for gardeners seeking something distinctive, versatile, and reliably long-keeping from their fruit garden or orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grasslands Nursery","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57656659050822,"sku":"174316","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.grasslands.co.uk\/products\/apple-granny-smith-15-litre-half-standard","provider":"Grasslands Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}