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When to Plant Apple Tree in Isle Of Springs, Maine (04549)

Location

Isle Of Springs, Maine

ZIP Code

04549

USDA Zone

6a

Last Frost

Monday, April 20, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Direct Sow Outdoors

Monday, March 9, 2026

Based on last frost Monday, April 20, 2026 · Zone 6a

Pro tip: Sow Apple Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Malus domestica
Days to Maturity 1460 days
Mature Height 48-240"
Spread 240"
Type Deciduous Tree
Fruit Size Large (3-4 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1 inch/week)

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Spacing

240" apart

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Full Companion Planting Guide for Apple Tree

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🪴 Vegetative propagation

Propagate vegetatively, not by seed

Apple seeds do not grow true to variety — every seedling is genetically unique. Propagate by grafting onto rootstock.

Fun experiment: plant seeds to discover new varieties, but don't expect the parent apple.

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Raised Bed Planting Guides

A 4×8 bed fits 0 plants of Apple Tree. See plant counts, spacing grids, and companion pairings for every bed size →

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Apple Tree in Isle Of Springs, Maine? +

In Isle Of Springs (Zone 6a), direct sow Apple Tree outdoors around Monday, March 9, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Isle Of Springs, Maine? +

The average last spring frost date for Isle Of Springs, Maine (ZIP 04549) is around Monday, April 20, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 6a.

How long does Apple Tree take to grow? +

Apple Tree typically matures in about 1460 days from direct sowing. In Isle Of Springs, that means you can expect harvest around Monday, March 9, 2026 plus 1460 days.

Should I start Apple Tree indoors or direct sow in Maine? +

Apple Tree does best when direct sown outdoors. In Isle Of Springs, sow directly around Monday, March 9, 2026.

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Growing Apple Tree in Zone 6a

Apple Tree (Malus domestica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Isle Of Springs, Maine, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6a, you should direct sow seeds around Monday, March 9, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Monday, April 20, 2026. Apple Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.