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Discover the perfect orchard addition with this premium Discovery Apple Tree, supplied at 4–5ft tall by Direct Plants – an award-winning family nursery based in Norfolk, UK.
This high-quality bare root fruit tree is expertly grown and selected for its performance, vigour, and reliability. Discovery is one of the UK’s favourite early dessert apples – prized for its crisp texture, sweet flavour with hints of strawberry, and attractive red-flushed skin.
Apple Tree
(MM106 Rootstock – Semi-Dwarf, 10–13ft / 3–4m at maturity)
Discovery – A beloved British dessert apple, producing small to medium-sized fruits with red-blushed skin and juicy white flesh. The flavour is sweet and refreshing, often with subtle strawberry notes. One of the earliest apples to ripen (August), Discovery is perfect for fresh eating straight from the tree and stores for several weeks. A reliable, heavy-cropping variety – ideal for home growers.
What You Receive:
1 high-quality bare root Discovery apple tree, approx. 4–5ft tall
Clearly labelled variety, root-wrapped in moist compost to ensure freshness
All bare root trees by Direct Plants are carefully root-wrapped in moist compost to keep them fresh and healthy for their journey from our nursery to your home
Shipped in Direct Plants’ bespoke protective packaging – no dry or exposed roots
Trees are grown in Norfolk, UK, by our experienced, award-winning nursery team
Grown with care and guaranteed quality – don’t settle for lower standards when you can invest in a tree that truly lasts
Whether you're planting a single tree or starting a home orchard, this premium Discovery apple tree delivers early harvests, outstanding flavour, and dependable performance — a must-have for any fruit garden.
Planting & Care Guide (Bare Root Trees):
Our trees are delivered root-wrapped in moist compost, ensuring they arrive nursery-fresh. This means you don’t need to plant immediately — they’ll stay fresh for several days or even several weeks, giving you time to plant at your convenience.
Soak roots (still wrapped or unwrapped) in a bucket of water for 1–2 hours before planting to hydrate.
Dig a hole large enough to spread the roots comfortably, and position the tree so the graft union sits just above soil level.
Backfill with soil, firm in gently, and water thoroughly.
Stake if required, especially in exposed areas.
Mulch around the base (avoiding the trunk) to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Keep well-watered through the first growing season. Prune lightly in winter to shape and encourage strong growth.
With proper care, your Discovery apple tree will thrive and reward you with crisp, sweet, flavour-packed apples year after year.
