Annual Yield
399 lbs
Value
$718
Per Tree
133 lbs
First fruit at year 3; full production at year 6
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Three 5-year-old apple trees at 30% of mature yield (800 lbs max) produce about 120 lbs each, totaling 360 lbs worth approximately $540 at $1.50/lb.
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Two mature peach trees at full production yield about 150 lbs each. At $3/lb retail, the harvest is worth $900 annually.
A mature standard apple tree (10+ years) produces 400-800 lbs of fruit per year. Semi-dwarf trees yield 200-400 lbs, and dwarf varieties 100-200 lbs. Young trees under 5 years produce little to no fruit as they establish root systems.
| Tree Size | Mature Yield | Years to Fruit | Spacing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard | 400–800 lbs | 5–8 years | 25–30 ft |
| Semi-dwarf | 200–400 lbs | 3–5 years | 12–18 ft |
| Dwarf | 100–200 lbs | 2–4 years | 6–10 ft |
Most fruit trees begin bearing fruit 3-5 years after planting. Peach and cherry trees are fastest at 2-4 years. Apple and pear trees take 4-8 years for standard rootstock. Trees on dwarf rootstock bear 1-2 years sooner.
| Fruit Tree | First Fruit | Full Production | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | 4–8 yr | 10+ yr | 50–100 yr |
| Peach | 2–4 yr | 6+ yr | 15–25 yr |
| Cherry | 3–5 yr | 7+ yr | 20–40 yr |
| Fig | 1–2 yr | 5+ yr | 50+ yr |
A single mature apple tree can produce $400-$1,200 worth of fruit annually at retail prices ($1-$3/lb). Home-grown organic peaches at $3-$5/lb from a tree yielding 150 lbs equals $450-$750 per tree per year.
| Fruit | Price/lb | Mature Yield | Annual Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | $1–$3 | 400–800 lbs | $400–$2,400 |
| Peach | $2–$5 | 150 lbs | $300–$750 |
| Cherry | $3–$8 | 50 lbs | $150–$400 |
| Pear | $1.50–$3 | 150–400 lbs | $225–$1,200 |
Most apple, pear, and cherry varieties need a different variety of the same species for cross-pollination. Peaches, figs, and most citrus are self-fertile. Even self-fertile trees produce 20-30% more fruit with cross-pollination.
| Fruit | Self-Fertile? | Pollinator Needed? | Boost with Cross |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apple | Rarely | Yes | +30–50% |
| Peach | Usually | No | +20–30% |
| Cherry (sweet) | Rarely | Yes | +40–60% |
| Fig | Yes | No | Minimal |
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Last Updated: Jul 24, 2026
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