When selecting apple varieties to grow in Southern California, look for ones requiring less than 500 hours of winter chill (this information should be on the plant label). For hot inland regions, heat tolerance will be a factor as well. Remember – just because you can buy it here does not mean that it will thrive here.
Laura Simpson is a columnist at various publications, including Religion Dispatches and The Press-Enterprise. She specializes in themes related to agriculture and farming, sustainable agriculture, and horticulture, often discussing topics such as AgriTech and agroecology. Laura's insights and expertise have been featured in numerous outlets, including The Daily Telegraph and The Mercury News.
