{"product_id":"apple-self-fertile-cox-tree","title":"Apple 'Self Fertile' Cox Tree","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"369\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"321\" data-end=\"367\"\u003eApple ‘Self-Fertile Cox’ Tree (Malus domestica)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"371\" data-end=\"549\"\u003eBring home the delicious flavour of Cox, now in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"421\" data-end=\"437\"\u003eself-fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e variety that needs no partner to fruit - perfect if space is limited or you don’t have another apple tree nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"578\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"551\" data-end=\"576\"\u003eWhat makes it special\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"579\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"706\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"581\" data-end=\"602\"\u003eOutstanding Taste\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium-sized fruit with the classic Cox sweet-sharp aromatic profile – rich, crisp, full of flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"707\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"834\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"709\" data-end=\"725\"\u003eSelf-Fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e: Produces good crops even without another apple tree nearby (though yields may improve with a pollinator).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"835\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"992\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"837\" data-end=\"864\"\u003eLarge, Established Tree\u003c\/strong\u003e: Supplied in a 15 litre pot, approx. 2.0-2.4 m height and well-developed structure so you can expect blossom and fruit sooner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1104\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"995\" data-end=\"1011\"\u003eEasy to Grow\u003c\/strong\u003e: Hardy variety, low maintenance; thrives in full sun, sheltered position, well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1666\" data-end=\"1691\"\u003eWhy Choose This Tree?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eIf you love the classic flavour of Cox’s Orange Pippin but worry about pollination, this is your solution. Self-fertile while still carrying the beloved Cox taste, this variant gives you more flexibility in garden layout. The large, established size means less waiting around - and more enjoying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2018\"\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care Tips\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2092\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2039\"\u003ePlanting Time\u003c\/strong\u003e: Best planted in winter (dormant) or early spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2093\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2095\" data-end=\"2114\"\u003ePlanting Method\u003c\/strong\u003e: Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball, depth matching existing soil level; backfill and water well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2223\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2313\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2225\" data-end=\"2237\"\u003eWatering\u003c\/strong\u003e: Keep well watered in the first growing season; mulch to retain moisture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2454\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2316\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e: Apply a balanced fruit tree fertiliser in early spring; avoid excessive nitrogen to encourage fruit rather than leafy growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2203\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2386\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2263\" data-end=\"2295\"\u003eWhen will I receive my tree?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2295\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eWe dispatch quickly and securely. Your tree will be delivered within 3–5 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2530\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2388\" data-end=\"2428\"\u003eHow tall will my tree be on arrival?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2428\" data-end=\"2431\"\u003eThis Self-Fertile Cox apple tree is supplied in a 15L pot and will be around 2.0–2.4 m in height.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2727\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2532\" data-end=\"2568\"\u003eWill it produce fruit this year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2568\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eIt may flower and fruit in the first season, but most trees will establish in the first year and produce more reliable crops from the second year onwards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2901\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2729\" data-end=\"2772\"\u003eDoes it need another tree to pollinate?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2772\" data-end=\"2775\"\u003eNo. This is a self-fertile variety, so it will fruit by itself. However, another nearby apple tree can help increase yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"3048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2903\" data-end=\"2928\"\u003eHow big will it grow?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2928\" data-end=\"2931\"\u003eAt maturity, around 3.5-4 m tall and wide. Pruning will help control size and shape if you want to keep it smaller.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3050\" data-end=\"3083\"\u003eIs it suitable for my garden?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3083\" data-end=\"3086\"\u003eYes, this hardy apple tree will thrive in most UK gardens with a sunny, sheltered spot and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acqua Garden","offers":[{"title":"1 x 15 Litre Pot","offer_id":56253451698558,"sku":null,"price":84.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"2 x 15 Litre Pots","offer_id":56253451731326,"sku":null,"price":124.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0530\/2596\/4187\/files\/acqua-garden-plants-apple-self-fertile-cox-tree-1192823550.png?v=1757950197","url":"https:\/\/acquagarden.co.uk\/products\/apple-self-fertile-cox-tree","provider":"AcquaGarden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}