Apple
Can I Grow Fuji?
Fuji delivers intense sweetness with a dense, crisp texture that stores exceptionally well. A Japanese cross of Red Delicious and Ralls Janet, it's become a global supermarket staple.
Growing Requirements
Chill Hours
400
Hardiness Zones
5-6-7-8-9
Harvest
October to November
Pollination
Needs pollinator (Gala, Granny Smith, or Golden Delicious)
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About Fuji
Fuji delivers intense sweetness with a dense, crisp texture that stores exceptionally well. A Japanese cross of Red Delicious and Ralls Janet, it's become a global supermarket staple.
Fuji requires 400 chill hours — the number of hours between 32°F and 45°F during winter dormancy. Without enough chill, the tree may fail to flower properly or produce poor fruit.
⚠️ Common Challenges
Late ripening means it may not mature before frost in short-season areas; prone to sunburn in hot climates.
❌ Common Misconception
Will Fuji produce more fruit in colder climates?
Not necessarily. Fuji only needs 400 chill hours. Planting in very cold zones (4 or colder) risks winter damage without improving fruit production. The ideal zones are 5-9 where the tree gets enough chill without excessive cold stress.
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Start Tracking Free →Chill hour data from Open-Meteo Historical Weather API. Variety information compiled from university extension services.