How to Plant Haralson Apple Dwarf Trees

Haralson dwarf apple trees are cold weather friendly, able to withstand harsh winters that would kill off other apple tree species, which makes them a favorite in northern climes. Small enough for a garden or small orchard setting, the trees are simple to plant without the need for long-term tending after the first few weeks in the soil. All you'll need is the right spot, a bit of compost and some mulch to begin growing a source of years of tasty, crisp, tart apples.

Spade
Large bucket of water
Compost
Topsoil
Shredded bark mulch

Instructions

- 1
  Clear the planting area of any ground cover for a distance of at least 12 inches to every side around the planting location. Use a spade to cut the grass into square-foot-sized sections for easier removal.
- 2
  Remove the tree roots from any containers they were shipped in and then soak the roots in a bucket of water for about a half hour before planting.
- 3
  Dig a hole in the center of the cleared area with the spade that's as deep and as wide as the tree roots with the roots spread out. Estimate the width needed by digging the hole about three times as wide as the root ball of the tree.
- 4
  Remove the tree roots from the bucket of water and gently spread them out. Place the tree roots into the hole with the bud union of the tree about 2 inches above the surface of the ground. Cover the roots with a few spadesful of compost and then fill the hole with topsoil while pouring 2 to 3 gallons of water into the hole.
- 5
  Spread shredded bark mulch around the root zone to a depth of 3 inches to keep weeds at bay. Water the tree weekly after planting with an additional 2 to 3 gallons of water.

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