The Ultimate Guide to Graduation Apples for Every School Color
Graduation season brings a flood of gift ideas, most of which end up in a drawer, regifted, or forgotten within a week. A balloon bouquet deflates. Generic gift cards get spent on nothing memorable. A plush grad bear collects dust on a shelf. What if the gift you gave was genuinely beautiful, completely edible, and custom crafted to match the graduate's school colors?
At Bay Baby Produce, we have been creating one-of-a-kind decorated fruit since 1999, and our Custom Crafted Fruit Deco is exactly the kind of gift that makes people stop, look, and ask where it came from. Fresh, handpicked Washington-grown Fuji apples, individually decorated with beautiful designs, and available in a Congratulations theme that is perfect for graduation season.
Here is everything you need to know about ordering graduation apples for the class of 2026.
Why Graduation Apples Make the Perfect Gift
Graduating is a milestone that deserves more than an average gift.
The people who earned those diplomas, whether from kindergarten, high school, college, or graduate school, put in real work.
The gift that marks that moment should feel real too.
They Are 100 Percent Edible and Genuinely Delicious
Every Fruit Deco apple from Bay Baby Produce is made from fresh, handpicked Fuji apples grown right here in Washington State. These are not decorative props made from wax or resin. They are real fruit that tastes as good as it looks. Each apple contains approximately 121 calories, 29g of carbohydrates, 4g of fiber, and 22g of natural sugar, making them a genuinely nutritious and satisfying treat for the graduate and everyone celebrating with them.
When the presentation is this beautiful and the product is actually delicious, the gift does double duty: it impresses on arrival and delivers on the promise when it gets eaten.
They Are One of a Kind
The Congratulations design available in our Fruit Deco collection is individually crafted, which means no two trays are exactly the same. That expertly crafted quality is something the recipient can feel the moment they open the box. It is not something that was picked off a shelf at a grocery store or ordered from a generic gifting site. It is something that was made with intention and care, and it shows.
They Work for Every Graduate at Every Level
Graduation apples are not age-specific. A beautifully decorated tray of Congratulations apples works equally well for a kindergarten graduate being celebrated by their family, a high school senior heading to college, a college student finishing a degree, or a graduate student completing a professional or doctoral program. The occasion fits the gift at every level, which makes it a versatile option for anyone navigating multiple graduations in the same spring season.
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The Congratulations Design: What to Expect
Our Custom Crafted Fruit Deco Congratulations design is available in both a 6 CT and a 12 CT tray, starting from $20.00. Each tray features fresh Fuji apples individually decorated with a Congratulations theme that is celebratory, visually striking, and unmistakably special.
6 CT Congratulations Apple Tray
The 6-count tray is the ideal size for a personal gift to an individual graduate or a smaller household celebration. Six beautifully decorated apples arrive ready to display and share. It is also a natural addition to a larger graduation gift bundle, paired alongside a card, flowers, or other celebratory item.
12 CT Congratulations Apple Tray
The 12-count tray is built for bigger moments. If you are celebrating a graduation party, bringing a gift to a gathering, recognizing a team of graduates at a school or organization, or simply want to make the most generous possible impression, the 12-count tray delivers. Twelve individually decorated Fuji apples make an extraordinary table centerpiece for any graduation party spread.
Want Your School Colors? Request a Custom Design
This is where Fruit Deco gets genuinely exciting for graduation gifting. Bay Baby Produce accepts custom design requests, which means if you want graduation apples decorated in your graduate's specific school colors, team colors, or with a personalized message, we can make that happen.
How to Request a Custom Graduation Apple Design
Simply reach out to our team at info@baybabyproduce.com and we will work with you to create a fruit platter that makes the perfect statement for your special occasion. Whether you are looking for the navy and gold of a beloved alma mater, the crimson and white of a state university, or a custom design for an entire graduating class, our team works with you to bring that vision to life on Washington-grown Fuji apples that taste as remarkable as they look.
Custom design requests are the perfect solution for schools and organizations, corporate recognition programs honoring employee graduates, sports teams celebrating student athletes, and large family gatherings where a personalized touch matters.
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Graduation Apple Gift Ideas for Every Situation
Fruit Deco graduation apples work across a surprisingly wide range of gifting contexts. Here are some of the most popular ways our customers use them during graduation season.
For the Graduate You Want to Celebrate in Person
Bring a 6 CT or 12 CT Congratulations tray to the graduation party. Place it as a centerpiece on the dessert table or present it directly to the graduate as a gift they can share with their family. A tray of decorated apples makes a stronger visual impression than any wrapped box and requires absolutely no assembly.
For the Graduate Who Lives Far Away
Our Fruit Deco ships directly from our farm in Mount Vernon, Washington, which means you can send a beautifully decorated congratulations gift to a graduate anywhere in the country without leaving home. Fresh Fuji apples, individually decorated, arrive ready to display and enjoy.
For Teachers and School Staff Recognitions
End-of-year recognition of teachers, administrators, and school staff is a tradition at many schools. A Congratulations apple tray is a thoughtful, memorable, and genuinely useful recognition gift that stands out from the standard mug or gift card.
For Corporate Recognition Programs
If your company recognizes employees who complete degrees, certifications, or professional milestones, a custom-designed Fruit Deco tray with company colors or a personalized congratulatory message is an extraordinary way to mark that achievement. Reach out to our team at info@baybabyproduce.com to discuss bulk and corporate gifting options.
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Order Your Graduation Apples From Bay Baby Produce
Graduation season moves fast, and Fruit Deco is seasonally available, which means ordering early ensures you get the design and count you want before availability runs out. Whether you choose the Congratulations design from our collection or reach out to create a fully custom school-color apple tray, the result is a graduation gift that is genuinely unforgettable.
Browse our full Fruit Deco collection and order your Custom Crafted Fruit Deco today. For custom designs, email our team at info@baybabyproduce.com. We can't wait to help you celebrate the graduate in your life!