Collect seeds from a ripe apple
Rinse the seeds and remove all fruit residue
Dry the seeds for a day or two
Place the seeds in a damp paper towel
Seal the towel in a plastic bag
Refrigerate the bag for 6 to 8 weeks
Check periodically to keep the towel slightly moist
Remove seeds after they sprout
Fill small pots with well-draining potting soil
Plant each sprouted seed about 1/2 inch deep
Water lightly
Place pots in a warm, sunny location
Keep the soil moist but not soggy
Transplant seedlings to larger pots as they grow
Harden off seedlings before moving them outdoors
Choose a sunny planting site with well-draining soil
Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball
Plant the tree at the same depth it was growing in the pot
Backfill with soil and water thoroughly
Mulch around the base without touching the trunk
Water regularly during the first growing season
Protect the young tree from pests and harsh weather
Be patient, since seed-grown apple trees can take years to fruit
Expect fruit quality to vary from the parent apple