James Grieve is partially self-fertile and so will produce apples without another apple tree in the area but is much more productive if there is another pollinator in Groups B, C or D nearby. Try out another eater like the early Discovery with its fairy tale red apples or for a completely different style of apple the nutty Egremont Russet. James Grieve would be an essential tree to include in an orchard project because of its versatility and heritage. Apple trees are also beautiful and can be used as ornamental trees in the garden to sit under in the summer or to use as a support for climbers like the vivacious Bobbie James, a white single rose with a penchant for scaling heights. The blossom of apple trees coincides with the best of the bulbs; surround your James Grieve with Triumph tulips or lovely daffodils like Ice Follies.