Temptation Gala
Apple
This is a pre-order for the spring 2027 season. We'll reach out to confirm availability and arrange pickup before planting time. Your 10% discount is applied automatically at checkout.
Why Buy This Tree?
Temptation™ Gala combines the sweetness customers love with the reliability growers need. This tree produces uniform, high-color apples that store well and ship beautifully—perfect for local farm stands or backyard harvests. Our organic, farm-grown trees are specially selected for Pacific Northwest conditions and available for local delivery. Buy fruit trees online with confidence and add a commercial-quality variety to your organic orchard that rewards you with market appeal and premium flavor year after year.
About Temptation Gala
Temptation™ Gala is an improved Gala apple variety celebrated for its intense red coloration, sweet aromatic flavor, and consistent productivity. The fruit ripens early to mid-season and is known for its crisp, juicy texture with classic Gala sweetness. Compact, upright growth makes it a top pick for home orchards and small farms alike, thriving in Washington’s cool nights and sunny days. Its attractive appearance and dependable yield have made it one of the most widely planted modern apple cultivars.
Key Benefits
Specifications
Growing Zones
USDA Zones 5-9
Mature Height
12-15 ft on semi-dwarf rootstock
Width: 10-12 ft
Sunlight
Full Sun (6-8 hours daily)
Growth Rate
Moderate to Fast
Harvest Time
Early to Mid-September (varies by climate)
Years to Fruit
3 years
Fruit Information
Flavor Profile
Exceptionally sweet with floral aroma and firm, juicy bite
Storage Quality
Excellent – maintains crunch and sweetness in cold storage for 3-4 months
Best Uses
Pollination Requirements
This variety requires cross-pollination for fruit production. Plant with another compatible variety for best results.
Compatible Pollinators:
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Disease Resistance
Botanical Information
Botanical Name
Malus domestica 'Temptation™ Gala' (Schniga® SchniCo)
Origin
New Zealand, 1970s (Improved selection developed for North American climates)
Compare Rootstock Options
Choose the best rootstock for your orchard needs
| Feature | Geneva® 214 | Geneva® 41 | M9-T337 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $45 | $45 | $45 |
| Tree Vigor | Standard | Standard | Dwarf |
| Mature Size | Varies | Varies | 8-10 ft |
| Production Start | Medium | Medium | Early |
| Cold Hardy | |||
| Available | |||
| Action |
Tip: Dwarf trees are ideal for small spaces and containers. Semi-dwarf trees offer a balance of size and productivity. Vigorous trees are best for large orchards and provide maximum fruit production.
