Apples are adaptable to most climates. Between 35-50 degrees north and south latitudes is the best choice for apple growth. Apples need 1000-1600 units of heat and 120-180 days of frost-free weather. Warm days and cold nights are prerequisites for excellent quality. Apples are resistant to frost at minus 40°C. During flowering and fruiting, if the temperature is between -2.2 °C and -3.3 °C, it will affect the yield. Apples bloom later than other deciduous crops. This reduces the probability of exposure to frost. However, for some species and regions, the effects of frost are more pronounced, so an effective frost resistance regime is necessary. Best suited for pH 6.5, neutral, well-drained soils.
