Apple trees from pips.

No reason at all not to grow them from seeds. It is just that what you get may be very disappointing as an apple, more likely to be small and bitter, but you never know. They take about 5 years to get to fruiting size and potentially can be huge trees, but what the heck? Our hedge row has 4 or 5 apple trees in it which have grown from discarded apples.

Thanks Owdboggy, I thought that but just wanted to make sure. ;~))

I think it'll b lovely for Holly to see trees grow that she planted from seed. Even if the fruit is small or not tasty - it won't matter. I still think apple trees are very pretty. They look amazing when they flower don't they?
And a great feeling of achievement if she can take some of them to school. Go for it!

they dont come true, ie they will not be the same as the parent. but that is how breeders get new varieties. you never know it could be a new best seller. but as owdboggy says they could be sour little beggars. they wont hurt the children so dont worry.

Brill, thats all the encouragement I needed. Her headmaster loves gardening and is always encouraging the kids to get involved. How long will they take to reach a size that will survive the rigors of school kids and how would I keep them overwinter?

if they are getting kids involved fom any size as they can watch them grow. why not suggest they grow peanuts too then you will find out how they grow. 2 questions sorted in one :o)

Thats a fantastic idea SBG. Thanks a lot. I feel a visit to the headmasters office coming on.

how exciting for little Holly
little angel with love that

well done mummy and daddy
x xx

Thanks Jen. I will have to ask the head before I let her know but I'm sure he will agree. :~))

def think the head would agree
any person would love for kids to be experiencing something fab like this

fingers crossed

x x x

Thanks Jen ;~))

our primary school has just started up a gardening club for kids n parents - brilliant stuff.

That's a great idea, it should be part of the curriculum.