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Fruit Trees for South African Gardens – Apples, Peaches, Pears, Plums, Figs, Olives & More
Plant once, harvest for years. Our grafted fruit trees are selected for South African conditions, from cool inland valleys to milder coastal gardens. Choose from favourites like apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, quinces, figs, grapes, olives, pomegranates, and nuts (almond, macadamia, pecan), plus subtropicals such as avocado, mango, litchi, guava, banana and granadilla.
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Why gardeners love our fruit trees
– Reliable, grafted cultivars with great flavour and yields
– Compact options for pots and small gardens, plus vigorous trees for open ground
– Fragrant spring blossom, lush summer foliage and rewarding seasonal harvests
Quick planting & care guide
– Sun: Full sun (6–8 hours) for best flowering and fruit set
– Soil: Free-draining, compost-enriched soil; mulch to keep roots cool (keep mulch off the trunk)
– Water: Deep, regular watering—especially during flowering, fruit set and hot spells
– Feeding: Balanced fruit-tree fertiliser in spring and midsummer
– Winter chill: Deciduous fruit (apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots) need winter “chill” to crop well—choose suitable, lower-chill cultivars if you’re in a mild, coastal area.
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Pollination made simple
– Apples & pears: Many require a compatible partner that flowers at the same time for heavy crops.
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– Peaches & nectarines: Largely self-fertile (one tree can crop on its own).
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– Figs & pomegranates: Common figs and most pomegranates fruit without a second tree (self-fruitful).
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– Olives: Often self-fertile, but mixing cultivars typically boosts fruit set and yields.
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Which tree is best for you?
– Easy, Mediterranean style: Figs, olives, pomegranates
– Classic family orchard: Apples, pears, peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots
– Small-space & containers: Dwarf apples/peaches, figs, blueberries, lemons/limes
– Subtropical flair (warm spots): Avocado, mango, banana, granadilla, guava, litchi
FAQs
Do I need two trees? Many apples and pears do, while peaches/nectarines usually don’t. Figs and most pomegranates are self-fruitful; olives crop better with a partner.
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When will it fruit? Most grafted trees begin bearing in 1–3 seasons with proper care.
Coastal vs inland? Pick low-chill cultivars for coastal areas; higher-chill types suit colder inland winters.