How to Grow Apples from Seed?

Collect seeds from a ripe apple

Remove the seeds from the fruit

Rinse off all pulp from the seeds

Dry the seeds briefly on a paper towel

Place the seeds in a damp paper towel

Seal the paper towel in a plastic bag

Refrigerate the bag for 6 to 8 weeks

Check periodically to keep the towel damp

Remove seeds after they sprout

Fill small pots with potting soil

Plant each sprouted seed about 1 inch deep

Water the soil lightly

Place pots in a warm, sunny location

Keep the soil evenly moist

Transplant seedlings to larger pots when needed

Harden off seedlings before moving outdoors

Plant in a sunny outdoor location

Space trees according to mature size

Water regularly during establishment

Protect young trees from pests and animals

Wait several years for fruit production

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