Gunma Meigetsu Apple Tree – Malus domestica Bare Root | 32 Inches Tall | M7 Semi-Dwarf Rootstock | Japanese Honey Apple | Super Sweet Fruit Tree
Grow a premium Japanese apple with this Gunma Meigetsu Apple Tree (群馬名月 / 蜜苹果), often called a “honey apple” for its exceptional sweetness and rich flavor. This bare root tree stands approximately 32 inches tall and is grafted on M7 rootstock, producing a manageable semi-dwarf tree ideal for home orchards.
Gunma Meigetsu apples are known for their crisp, juicy texture and intensely sweet taste, often compared to honeyed fruit. Ripening about 4 weeks after Toki, this variety offers a late-season harvest with outstanding eating quality. Its unique flavor and rarity make it a standout choice for fruit collectors and enthusiasts.
Perfect for backyard orchards and edible landscapes, this tree combines productivity, flavor, and manageable growth size.
You will receive a healthy dormant bare root tree ready for planting.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 bare root Gunma Meigetsu apple tree
✔️ Height: approximately 32 inches
✔️ Rootstock: M7 (semi-dwarf)
✔️ Premium sweet “honey apple” variety
✔️ Ships in protective tall box
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Gunma Meigetsu Apple
Botanical Name: Malus domestica ‘Gunma Meigetsu’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Bare root / dormant
Sun Requirements: Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; consistent moisture during establishment
Mature Height: 12–16 feet (smaller with pruning)
Growth Rate: Moderate
USDA Zones: 4–9
Pollination: Requires cross-pollination (Fuji, Gala, etc.)
Container Friendly: Possible when young; best in ground long-term
💡 Care Tip: Plant near another apple variety for proper pollination and better yields. Thin fruit early to improve size, sweetness, and overall quality.