China, North America, Poland, Italy and France are the top countries that grow apple trees. Here is a look at the different apple tree locations across the world map!
China stands as the top leader with the most apple trees. The climate in China is great for apple tree growth. The areas where apples grow the most are Shaanxi Province, known for Fuji, Gala and Red Delicious apples. Next would be Shandong Province, featuring Qinguan and Fuji apples. Finally, Hebei Province which features Golden Delicious and Granny Smith apples.
North America is home for another large amount of apple orchards and trees. Within the United States, particularly states like Washington, New York, Michigan and even Ohio have many apple trees. Washington state is known for it's crisp, flavorful apples. Some of the apples they are known for are Red Delicious, Granny Smith and Honeycrisp. These apple are very abundant thanks to the wonderful climate.
Poland's apple orchards are spread all across the country. The geography and climate are fantastic for the trees to grow. There are a few key locations where these trees are grown. Mazovia, which is located in central Poland is populated with a lot of apple trees. The soil is suitable for apple tree growth. Wielkopolska is another region that is suited for well for apple tree growth. It's known for the apple cider production too. Podlasie, in eastern Poland is also becoming an apple-growing region.
Here are some of the regions of Italy that feature some wonderful apple trees! Trentino-Alto Adige, located at the northern part of Italy features wonderful apple tree orchards. The high-altitude orchards feature Golden Delicious and Stark Delicious. Alto Adige is known for its premium-quality apples treats! This region in Italy features the Gala, Fuji, and Braeburn apple variety. Val di Non has the picturesque apple orchards and is one of the largest orchards in Italy.
Normandy is known for it's cider apples. The region has a mild climate and fertile soil which produces apples that are delicious for crafting traditional French apple cider. Brittany is well suited in north west France, offering Reinette Clochard and Belle de Boskoop apples. Alsace is known for it's apple orchards too! The apples features are the Royal Gala, Fuji, and Elstar. Take a bite out of each one if you are there!
