Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Notes:
This greenish-yellow, 'Golden Delicious' offspring has excellent
quality for an early-ripening apple. Mildly tart and best used fresh.
Stores well for a summer apple. A popular early-season commercial
variety in Michigan.
Golden Delicious
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-7
Blooms:
Mid-season-Late
Ripens:
Mid-season-Late
Notes:
The medium-sized to large, yellowish-green to yellow fruits are
suitable for fresh use and cooking. One of the most popular varieties
worldwide.
Granny Smith
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Blooms:
Mid-season
Ripens:
Late-Very Late
Notes:
The medium-sized to large, green fruits have tart flesh that is
excellent for fresh use. Stores well. Resistant to cedar-apple rust.
