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Can You Grow Apple in British Columbia?

Canada · Canadian Zone 8 · zones 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Grows well here

Apple trees grow well here — choose varieties with the correct chill hours for your zone.

Plant zones

3a–8b

British Columbia last frost

early March

British Columbia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

Perennial

About Apple

Apple trees are long-lived productive and available in hundreds of varieties suited to every climate.

Plant at least two compatible varieties for cross-pollination (or a self-fertile variety). Choose disease-resistant varieties for lower maintenance. Prune every winter to maintain shape and production.

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Gardening in British Columbia

BC has dramatically different climates. The mild rainy coast (Zone 7-9) allows near-year-round growing. The interior is semi-arid (Zone 5-7) with hot summers and cold winters. One of Canada's most productive growing regions.

See what grows well in British Columbia →

Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Apple in British Columbia?

Apple trees grow well here — choose varieties with the correct chill hours for your zone.

What zone is British Columbia?

British Columbia spans Canadian Zone 8 (5, 6, 7, 8, 9).

When do you plant Apples in British Columbia?

See the planting guide for Apple — timing depends on your exact frost date.