But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids cover image

How Do Apples Grow?

But Why: A Podcast for Curious Kids

CHAPTER

Seedless Apples Are Not Seedless Grapes

Zeke points out you don't actually need a person around to place a seed in the ground and plant an apple tree. Apple trees basically created the fruit we love to eat now as part of a strategy for reproducing, for making more apple trees. But while we're talking about seeds we should talk about how the apples you eat are actually grown on apple orchards. All the apples you're eating unless you find them wild are actually clones.

00:00
Transcript
Play full episode

Remember Everything You Learn from Podcasts

Save insights instantly, chat with episodes, and build lasting knowledge - all powered by AI.
App store bannerPlay store banner