Malus domestica 'Lady' Semidwarf

Lady Semidwarf Apple

Malus domestica ‘Lady’ is a semi-dwarf fruit tree grown for its very small, flattened apples that ripen yellow-green with a bright red blush. This heirloom apple tree has a rounded habit, white spring blossoms, and late-ripening fruit with crisp, juicy flesh and a mildly sweet-tart flavor. Also known as Api or Pomme d’Api, it is valued for fresh eating, garnish, cider, and long storage.

Type: Semi-dwarf fruit tree
Mature Size: 12–16' wide x 12–16' high
USDA Zones: 5a–10a
Form: Rounded
Light: Full sun
Soil / Water: Fertile, well-drained soil / moderate, consistent moisture
Bloom Time / Length: Late spring / 1–2 weeks
Wildlife: Bees and other pollinators attracted to spring flowers.

Features & Landscape Uses: Excellent for home orchards and edible landscapes. ‘Lady’ is a very old French heirloom, noted for its decorative miniature fruit, very late harvest, and good storage life. It requires a different apple variety with a similar late bloom time for pollination and reliable fruit set.

Care: Plant in full sun with good air circulation. Water regularly during establishment and during dry periods. Prune annually in late winter to maintain structure and fruiting wood, and thin fruit if needed for better size and tree health. Recommended spacing is about 12–16 feet.

Plant type

Fruit Tree

Height

12-15'

Width

12'-16'

Hardiness zones

5–10

Sunlight

Full Sun

Growth rate

Moderate

Bloom time

Spring

Flower color

White

Leaf color

Green

Fall color

Green

Soil

Moist well-drained

Landscape use

Fruit

Shape

Rounded

Bark

Fissured

Fruit

Yes

Fragrant

Yes

Drought tolerant

No