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Can You Grow Apple in Massachusetts?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

3a–8b

Massachusetts last frost

early April

Massachusetts first frost

late October

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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.