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Discover the perfect orchard addition with this premium Egremont Russet 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. Egremont Russet is a cherished British dessert apple – famed for its nutty, aromatic flavour, russetted skin, and excellent keeping qualities.
Apple Tree
(MM106 Rootstock – Semi‑Dwarf, 10–13ft / 3–4m at maturity)
Egremont Russet – A classic British russet apple, producing medium to large fruits with golden russet skin and firm, crisp flesh. The flavour is rich, nutty, and aromatic, intensifying with storage. One of the finest eating apples, excellent fresh or lightly cooked, and stores exceptionally well into winter. Reliable cropping and strong garden performance make it ideal for both amateur and experienced growers.
What You Receive:
1 high‑quality bare root Egremont Russet 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 Egremont Russet apple tree delivers exquisite flavour, dependable cropping, and superb storage potential — 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 Egremont Russet apple tree will thrive and reward you with rich, flavourful apples season after season.
