List of apple cultivars

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1909 illustrations by Alois Lunzer depicting apple cultivars Golden Sweet, Talmon Sweet, Bailey Sweet and Sweet Bough

Over 7,500 cultivars of the culinary or eating apple (Malus domestica) are known. [1] Some are extremely important economically as commercial products, though the vast majority are not suitable for mass production. In the following list, use for "eating" means that the fruit is consumed raw, rather than cooked. Cultivars used primarily for making cider are indicated. Those varieties marked agm have gained the Royal Horticultural Society's Award of Garden Merit. [2]

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This list does not include the species and varieties of apples collectively known as crab apples, which are grown primarily for ornamental purposes, though they may be used to make jelly or compote. These are described under Malus .

Table of apples

Abbreviations

AbbreviationsFull formAbbreviationsFull form
AC Apple canker AMAward of Merit
AS Apple scab AGMRHS Award of Garden Merit
C, VitCVitamin C mg/100gBBBiennial bearing
FCCFirst Class CertificatDBHDays from full bloom to harvest
PWPowdery mildewPParentage
RHSRoyal Horticultural SocietyrResistant
PickG [3] Pickg [4] Harvest time in GermanyPick45Harvest time at places with a mean annual temperature of 45 °F (7 °C)
PickE [5] Picke [6] Harvest time in south EnglandPick50Harvest time at places with a mean annual temperature of 50 °F (10 °C)
sSusceptiblePick55Harvest time at places with a mean annual temperature of 55 °F (13 °C)
TATitratable acidity %SSSoluble solids %
TRITriploid
Languages
cs.Czech (Čeština)da.Danish (Dansk)
de.German (Deutsch)fr.French (Français)
hu.Hungarian (Magyar)nl.Dutch (Nederland)
no.Norwegian (Norsk)pl.Polish (Polski)
ru.Russian (Русский; Russky)sv.Swedish (Svenska)

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Abbomdanza [7] [5] Cross section of Abbondanza, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-139).jpg Italy1896Width 70–75 mm, height 65 mm. Cold Storage 3oC 150 days.CookingPickE mid-October. Use January–March
Abram [8] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001182.jpg US<1850A small apple with red flush. Flesh white, tender, subacid.EatingUse December–March
Acheson [10] Alberta, CanadaIntroduced 1941Fruit large, greenish yellow. Parentage Delicious x unknown.EatingUse August–September
Acklam Russet [11] [12] Acklam Russet on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1961-043).jpg Yorkshire, England1768A small russet apple. Cells ovate, axile. An excellent dessert apple of first rate quality.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–March.
Adams Pearmain [13] [6] [8] [14] [12] Malus Adams Parmane 4593.jpg Norfolk or Herefordshire, EnglandIntroduced 1826A dessert apple. First introduced under the name "Norfolk Pippin". Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh pale yellow, crisp,fine-textured, firm, juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good.EatingPickE early- to mid-October.
Adersleber Calville (cs. Kalvil aderslebenský) [15] [3] [16] [7] Malus Adersleber Kalvill 4595.jpg Saxony, Germany1830–1840A green apple with red flush. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Parentage Calville blanc d'Hiver x Alexander. Flesh; aromatic, subacid to sweet. VitC 10. Cold Storage 0oC 150 days.EatingPickE mid-September. PickG mid–late October. Use November–January.
Adina (a.k.a. Frankad, Satark) [17] Queensland, AustraliaA large red apple. Flesh firm, juicy, sweet, very good. Tree vigorous.Eating
Admiral Admiral apple.jpg Czech Republic2012New very popular variety. Flesh firm, crisp, juicy with very good taste. Robust, healthy, scab resistant variety with excellent keeping qualities and taste.EatingPickE early October
Advance (a.k.a. Laxton Advance) [6] Cross section of Advance (M146), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1962-020).jpg Bedford, EnglandRaised 1908, introduced 1929Early dessert apple. Medium size. Yellow with brown-red flush. Award of Merit from RHS in 1932. Flesh; greenish white, soft, fine-textured, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE early- to mid-August; use August–September
Adzamovka [18] CroatiaA yellow conical apple with red stripes. Width 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in), weight 110–150 g (3.9–5.3 oz). Flesh juicy, subacid.Eating, ciderUse November
Ahrina [19] Ahrina jm55205.jpg Germany1993A large roundish apple. Flesh juicy, subacid.EatingPick late September; use November–February
Ahrista [20] Ahrensburg, GermanyEating
Aia Ilu Estonia1946A large apple, weighing 250–300 g (8.8–10.6 oz). Yellow skin, juicy flesh, bittersweet with a weak aroma.Eating
Airlie Red Flesh (a.k.a. Newell-Kimzey) [21] Airlie, Oregon, USc.1961A large, conic apple. Light yellow-green skin strewn with white dots, occasionally with a faint reddish orange blush. Light pink to deep red flesh is crisp, sweet and mildly tart.Eating
Akane (a.k.a. Tohoko) [22] [3] Akane-Pomme-20141026.jpg Fujisaki, Aomori, JapanCross made 1939, selected 1953, introduced 1970.A red apple. Parentage Jonathan × Worcester Pearmain. Tangy taste. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid.EatingPick45 August 21. PickE mid- to late-August. PickG mid-August.
Åkerö [23] [24] Akero.jpg SwedenPossibly 1759Apple is egg-shaped, medium to large in size, sweet and aromatic. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Grown mostly in Sweden and Estonia.EatingBest in November; keeps until February
Akin [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000955.jpg Illinois, US1831Tree vigorous. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is yellow, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good.EatingUse January–June
Alamanka [18] North MacedoniaA green apple (round to conical) with red stripes. Weight 100 g (3.5 oz). Flesh is juicy, subacid with poor aroma.EatingPick October; use November
Alantapfel (a.k.a. Princesse Noble) [23] [14] [27] Alantapfel.jpg Germany<1750An oblong apple. Width 56–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in), height 59–73 mm (2.3–2.9 in). Stalk 13–16 mm (0.51–0.63 in). Flesh is sugary, aromatic.EatingPick October; use December–March
Alaska [10] California, USIntroduced 1944Flesh is white. Tree is a heavy producer.Eating
Albrechtapfel (a.k.a. Prinz Albrecht von Preussen) [19] [3] [7] Malus Prinz Albrecht von Preussen 4237.jpg Germany1865Parentage Alexander x unknown. Width 60–85 mm (2.4–3.3 in), height 55–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in), weight 80–200 g (2.8–7.1 oz). Stalk 10–30 mm (0.39–1.18 in). Flesh is soft, juicy, subacid. Cold Storage 4oC 90 days. VitC 9. Density 0.76Eating, cookingPickG late September–mid-October. Use October–December
Albury Park Nonsuch [13] Surrey, England<1892Yellow with red flush. AM from RHS in 1892. Flesh crisp, juicy, subacid.CookingUse December–March
Aldenham Purple [28] Malus Aldenham Purple in Wirty.JPG Hertfordshire, England1925A red apple. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). Stalk 15–25 mm (0.59–0.98 in)Eating, cookingPick September; use September–October
Alderman [6] [29] Cross section of Alderman, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1923-110).jpg ScotlandBefore 1923A golden yellow apple. Width 90 mm (3.5 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in). Stalk short to medium. Flesh is white, very firm,coarse-textured, crisp, moderately juicy, acid.BakingPick mid-September; use October–December
Alexander (a.k.a. Emperor Alexander, de. Kaiser Alexander, fr. Grand-Alexandre, pl. Aporta, ru. Aporta, Gusevkoe, Aport ukraininskii, Aport osennii) [6] [23] [30] [25] [26] [31] [32] [33] [12] [16] Alexander (apple).jpg Russia<1800A very large apple. Width 95–110 mm (3.7–4.3 in), height 75–90 mm (3.0–3.5 in). Stalk 11–18 mm (0.43–0.71 in). Cells ovate, axile. Flesh is a faint yellow, firm, crisp, very soft, mild subacid, fair to good. Tree is vigorous. Particularly attractive blossom.Eating, cooking, baking, dryingPickE mid-September; use September–December
Alfriston [13] [6] [29] [34] [12] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00000954.jpg Sussex, EnglandLate 1700sRaised at Uckfield Sussex by Mr Shepherd.[ who? ] A large acid green apple. Flesh; pale yellow, crisp, yellow, subacid, pear-like flavour. Cells elliptical, abaxile. Award of Merit from RHS in 1920. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in).Cooking, JuicePickE early October; use November–April
Alice [24] Alice (apple).jpg Sweden1964Medium size. Yellow with red stripes. Flesh juicy, aromatic. Parentage Ingrid Marie x Gyllenkroks Astrakan.EatingPickE late August–early September; use September–October
Alkmene [3] agm [35] [7] Malus - Alkmene.JPG Germany1930Parentage Cox's Orange Pippin × Doktor Oldenburg. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in), weight 120 g (4.2 oz). Flesh is crisp, aromatic, juicy, subacid to sweet. Stalk 9–20 mm (0.35–0.79 in). Cold Stoprage 4oC 90 days. Density 0.82EatingPickE late September. PickG early–mid-September. Pickg September 4–15. Use September–November
Allen's Everlasting [6] [29] [12] [27] Allen's Everlasting on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-015).jpg Before 1864Late-keeping desert apple. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1899. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh is greenish-white, firm, fine-textured, juicy, fair.EatingPickE mid-October; use February–April
Allington Pippin(fr. Allington Pippin) [6] [23] [30] [29] [15] [34] [16] [7] Malus domestica Allington Pippin 03.JPG Lincolnshire, United Kingdom1880s, introduced 1896A versatile English dessert apple raised by horticulturalist Thomas Laxton some time before 1884. Exhibited as Brown's South Lincoln Beauty, the name was changed to Allington Pippin by Bunyard Nursery in 1896. A cross of Cox's Orange Pippin and King of the Pippins. Flesh is creamy white, fine textured, aromatic, with a pineapple-like flavour. The apple keeps its shape when cooked. Width 68–74 mm (2.7–2.9 in), height 61–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), stalk 7–15 mm (0.28–0.59 in). First Class Certificate from RHS in 1894. Cold storage 2oC 120 days.Eating, cooking, dessertPickE late September–early October; use October–February
All Summer [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000957.jpg Pennsylvania, USBefore 1850Flesh is white, tender, very good. Tree uas slow growth is an annual bearer, and is productive. Stalk slender.EatingUse July–August
Almeda [10] Tennessee, USIntroduced 1939Fruit large, green. Flesh subacid.CookingRipens 25 July–5 August
Altländer Pfannkuchenapfel [3] [7] Malus - Altlander Pfannkuchenapfel.JPG Germany1840Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in), weight 115 g (4.1 oz). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Flesh is crisp, dry, acid. Cold storage 1-2oC 180 days. VitC 14. Density 0.86Cooking, eatingPickE mid- to late October. Pick G late October. Use March–May
Alvanija (a.k.a. Elvanija, Ilvanija) [18] CroatiaA green oblong apple with red flush. Width 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 65–80 mm (2.6–3.1 in), weight 110–140 g (3.9–4.9 oz). Flesh is firm, juicy.Eating, cooking, ciderUse October
Ambrosia Malus 'Ambrosia'.jpg British Columbia, Canada1980sMedium to large in size, mostly red coloration with yellow patches. Has cream-coloured flesh with a sweet, crisp, aromatic flavour and low acidity. Ambrosia trees are hardy and no major disadvantages have yet been identified.EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 5.
American Beauty [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001347.jpg Massachusetts, USBefore 1855Tree vigorous, productive, annual bearer. Stalk short. Flesh is yellowish, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good.EatingPickE mid- to late October. Use December–April
American Golden Pippin (a.k.a. Golden Pippin, Ribbed Pippin, Golding, New York Greening, Newtown Greening, Golden Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001777.jpg USBefore 1850Yellow with russet. Flesh is yellowish, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good. Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Tree does not bear young.EatingUse November–February
American Golden Russet (a.k.a. Golden Russet, Sheep Nose, Bullock's Pippin, Little Pearmain) [11] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001879.jpg USLate 1700sYellow with brown overcolour and grey russet. Width 64–74 mm (2.5–2.9 in), height 58–72 mm (2.3–2.8 in). Stalk 13–23 mm (0.51–0.91 in). Flesh is yellowish, tender, juicy sugary, lightly aromatic, best.EatingPickE early to mid-October. Use October–January
American Melon (see Melon American)
American Mother (see Mother)
American Summer Pearmain (see Summer Pearmain American)
Anabela [17] BrazilIntroduced 1995Parentage Gala x Anna. A yellow apple with (30–40%) red flush. Flesh is juicy, sweet, very good. Tree vigorous.Eating
Ananas Reinette(cs. Ananasová reneta, de. Ananas Renette, fr. Reinette ananas, pl. Reneta Ananasowa, ru. Ananasnîi renet) [3] [23] [36] [14] [15] [34] [16] Malus-Ananasrenette.jpg NetherlandsBefore 1800A small yellow apple with pineapple flavor. Width 48–65 mm (1.9–2.6 in), height 52–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in). Weight 115 g (4.1 oz). Stalk 11–20 mm (0.43–0.79 in). Flesh is crisp, juicy, aromatic, acid. VitC 21.Eating, juicePickE early October. PickG mid- to late October. Use December–February
Anisovka (a.k.a. Anis koritschnevoje, Anis polosatyiy) [37] RussiaBefore 1850Medium size, round, greenish yellow with red stripes.Cooking, eatingPick September; use October–December
Anna [17] Anna Apple.jpg IsraelIntroduced 1963Colour is yellow with a red blush. Parentage Red Hadassiya x Golden Delicious. This variety does not grow well in the cold and prefers heat and humidity. Tree is annually productive.Eating
Anna Boelens [38] Netherlands1914, introduced 1934A green apple with red overcolor(40-70%). Width 77 mm, height 58 mm. Stalk 15 mm. Flesh white, juicy, subacid. Parentage Cox Orange x Berlepsch.EatingUse October - November
Annie Elizabeth [39] [13] [6] [30] [34] [12] [27] Cross section of Annie Elizabeth, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-175).jpg Leicester, Leicestershire, England1857, introduced 1868Large yellow apple, FCC from RHS in 1868. Width 79–87 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 63–65 mm (2.5–2.6 in). Stalk 9–18 mm (0.35–0.71 in). Cells, obovate, abaxile.Flesh; creamy white, firm, coarse-textured, dry acid. Cooks well, breaks up completely.CookingPickE late September–early October; use November–April
Annurca Annurca apple.JPG Campania, Italy1876 (documented)Very old apple; possibly one of the oldest of all. Believed to be much older than first mention in Pasquale's Manuale di Arboricultura, 1876. May be related to apples found in frescoes found in Herculaneum or Pompeii if not the same one. [40] EatingPickE late October. Use November–January.
Antonovka (a.k.a. Possarts Nalivia, cs. Antonowka, de. Antonowka, fr. Antonovca, pl. Antónówka zwykla, ru. Antonoka Obîknovennaia) [23] [31] [27] [16] Antonovka.jpg Kursk, RussiaBefore 1800A very old Russian variety, often planted at dachas. Apples are large, yellow-green and bracingly tart to eat out of hand, but superb for cooking, as they keep their shape. Width 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in), height 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Extremely tolerant of cold weather, and because it produces a single, deep taproot (unusual among apple trees), Antonovka is propagated for use as a rootstock. Antonovka rootstock provides a cold-hardy (to −45 °C (−49 °F)), well-anchored, vigorous, standard-sized tree. C 15.Cooking, ciderPickE early September. Use October–December
Antonovka Safrannoje [37] Russia1909A large yellow apple with red flush. Parentage Antonovka x Renet OrleanskiEating, cooking
Apfel aus Grignon [27] Apfel aus Grignon jm55128.jpg Before 1800A yellow apple with red flush and russet. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 30 mm (1.2 in).Eating, cookingUse December–March
Api [11] [32] [33] Lady apples-001 (8167962288).jpg France1628Very tiny apple. Would fit in the palm of the hand of an adult. Width 52–56 mm (2.0–2.2 in), height 32–42 mm (1.3–1.7 in). Stalk 5–9 mm (0.20–0.35 in).EatingPickE mid-October. Use January–May.
Api Noir [11] Api noire - OPL Peillac.jpg FranceLate 1700sA desert apple, inferior to the Api.EatingPickE mid- to late October. Use December–April.
Apple of Commerce 1 (see Beach); Apple of Commerce 2 (see Collins)
Apollo [3] Germany1976Cox's Orange Pippin × Geheimrat Dr. Oldenburg. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in), weight 140 g (4.9 oz). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is soft, juicy, aromatic, subacid to sweet.EatingPickG early–mid-September; use September–October
Arapka (a.k.a. Bugarka) [18] MontenegroA red oblong conical apple. Width 61 mm (2.4 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Weight 118 g (4.2 oz). Flesh soft, juicy, sweet, subacid, with a pronounced flavour.CookingUse October–May
Ard Cairn Russet [6] [5] Cork, Irelandc.1890Medium-sized long-keeping dessert apple. Award of Merit from RHS in 1910. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk variable. Flesh; creamy white, firm, slightly aromatic flavour. Tree vigorous.EatingPickE late September–early October; use October–January
Ariane [41] Pomme Ariane.jpg Angers, France2002Scab resistant. Developed at the National Institute of Agricultural Research in France. Parentage (Florina x Prima) x (Golden Delicious x unknown)EatingPick with Golden Delicious
Arkansas Black (a.k.a. Arkansas, Mammoth Black Twig) [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001554.jpg Arkansas, USc.1870Hard and crunchy; stores well. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Very deep red, appearing black from a distance. Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, juicy, subacid, crisp, good.EatingPick45 October 22. Pick55 October 15. PickE late October. Use December–May
Arlet [3] [42] [43] Malus Arlet 4590.jpg Dietikon, SwitzerlandIntroduced 1984Width 72 mm, height 66 mm. Parentage Golden Delicious x Idared. 55-100% Red overcolor. Flesh is crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid.EatingPickG early–mid-October. Use November–February.
Armorel [13] Newbury, Berkshire, EnglandIntroduced 1893A small yellow apple with russet. FCC from RHS in 1892. Flesh crisp, good.EatingUse February–May
Aroma [24] Aroma apple 2015.jpg Balsgård, Fjälkestad, Sweden1947, Introduced 1973.A yellow apple with red flush. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Parentage Ingrid Marie x Filippa.EatingPickE early October. Use November–December
Aromatic Russet(fr. Rouge Aromatisée) [8] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00000898.jpg England<1831Width 55 mm, height 50 mm. Flesh is greenish white, firm, subacid, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–February
Arreskov [23] [34] [27] DenmarkBefore 1860A yellow apple with a pleasant aroma reminiscent of gravenstein. Width 77–85 mm (3.0–3.3 in), height 66–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in). Stalk 8–15 mm (0.31–0.59 in). Flesh is firm, dry, aromatic, subacid. Tree vigorous.Eating, juice, drying.Pick September. Use September–October.
Arthur Turner [6] [13] agm [44] [30] [45] Arthur Turner (LA 71A) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1975-301).jpg Buckinghamshire, EnglandBefore 1912, introduced 1914Width 80–88 mm (3.1–3.5 in), height 48–76 mm (1.9–3.0 in). Stalk 10–16 mm (0.39–0.63 in). Large golden cooker: prone to mildew but scab resistant. Award of Merit from RHS in 1912. Flesh is creamy white, coarse-textured, dry, subacid. Parentage Alfriston x unknown.Cooking, bakingPickE late September; use September–November
Arthur W. Barnes [6] Cross section of Arthur W. Barnes, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1923-109).jpg Chester, EnglandRaised 1902, introduced 1928Parentage Gascoyne's Scarlet x Cox Orange. A yellow apple with red flush. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk medium. Flesh is white, firm, fine textured, very juicy, acid.CookingPickE mid- to late September; use November–March
Ashmead's Kernel [6] [13] agm [46] < [30] [12] Ashmead's Kernel.JPG Gloucestershire, Englandc.1700Flesh is pale yellow, juicy, subacid and very aromatic. Width 54–64 mm (2.1–2.5 in), height 54–57 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 7–12 mm (0.28–0.47 in). Cells obovate, axile, slit.EatingPickE early–mid-October; use December–February
Ashmore [9] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000899.jpg USBefore 1840Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). Flesh is yellowish-white, crisp, juicy, subacid, very good.Cooking, eatingUse September–October
Astillisch [5] Cross section of Astillisch, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1967-002).jpg GermanyRaised 1929Parentage Red Astrachan x Signe Tillisch. Width 63–70 mm, height 56 mm. Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, soft, subacid.EatingPick August. Use August.
Astramel [3] Astramel sep 2012.jpg Jork, GermanyParentage Red Astrachan x (James Grieve x Melba).EatingPickG and use early–mid-August
Atalanta [13] EnglandBefore 1891, introduced 1893Lemon yellow with red streaks. AM from RHS in 1891. Tree vigorous.Cooking, eatingPickE late September–early October. Use November–January
Atha [10] Cullman County, AlabamaSelected c.1915. Introduced c.1930.Parentage Red Astrachan x unknown. Tree nearly resembles Yellow Transparent, but is more vigorous and has less tendency to biennial bearing.
Atlas [24] Ottawa, Canadaselected 1912, introduced 1924A truncate conical yellow apple with red stripes. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Hardiness zone 4a.Eating, cookingPickE early September; use October–December
Auksis Lithuania1951McIntosh x GravensteinEating
Auralia (see Tumanga)
Aurora Golden Gala [47] Aurora apples 3.jpg British Columbia, Canada2003Dessert apple; medium size, sweet, juicy, crisp, firm, very long storage life. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 77 mm (3.0 in). Weight 265–288 g (9.3–10.2 oz). Stalk 21–33 mm (0.83–1.30 in). P Splendour x Gala. SS 14.2, TA 0.58-0.75.EatingPick early October. Use October–March.
Ausbacher Roter (a.k.a. Ausbacher Rotapfel) [14] Ausbacher Roter jm55134.jpg Ausbach, Hesse, Germany1770, introduced 1870A yellow apple with red flush. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Tree vigorous. Flesh is white to greenish yellow, subacid. Quality: cooking good, eating fair.CookingPick late September; use October–April
Austin Sweet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000905.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1875Flesh white, juicy, sweet, very good. Stalk short.EatingUse September–December
Autumn Glory [48] Autumn glory apple cultivar.jpg Washington, US2011The Autumn Glory variety is a hybrid of the Fuji (apple) and the Golden Delicious apple, featuring a red over golden background. Very sweet, firm flesh with a subtle "cinnamon" flavor. Produced only by Domex Superfresh Growers in Washington's Yakima Valley.Eating
Automn Pearmain (a.k.a. Summer Pearmain) [36] [30] [6] [12] [27] Autumn Pearmain on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-019).jpg England1588Green with russet and red overcolour. width 67–72 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 60–68 mm (2.4–2.7 in). Stalk 12–17 mm (0.47–0.67 in). Cells obovate, axile. Flesh is creamy white, fairly firm, nutty and slightly aromatic.EatingPickE late September; use September–November
Avajlilja [18] TurkeyA green apple with red flush. Tolerant to common apple diseases and pests. Flesh has sweet-sour taste, with a weak aroma.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Babovača [18] MontenegroA green apple with red flush. Width 96 mm (3.8 in), height 79 mm (3.1 in), weight 250 g (8.8 oz). Stalk very short. Flesh soft, sweet and sour.Use October–April
Bailey (a.k.a. Bailey Sweet). [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001069.jpg Wyoming County, New York, USc.1840Red apple with considerable white flecks. Has some russeting. Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in). Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, very sweet, very good.Eating, cookingUse October
Baker's Delicious [6] Cross section of Baker's Delicious, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-039).jpg Wales<1932A yellow apple with orange-red flush. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk short. Flesh; creamy white, firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE late August–early September; use August–September
Baldwin (a.k.a. Woodpecker, Pecker, Butters) [6] [9] [11] [8] [26] [31] [25] [7] Baldwin(apple).jpg Massachusetts, USc.1740Flesh yellowish white, crisp, sweet to subacid flavor, very good. Width 76–81 mm (3.0–3.2 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Tree vigorous. Very old variety for North America. Makes much juice. Cold storage 0oC 150 days. TRI DBH 160.Cooking, EatingPick50 October 14. PickE mid-October. Use November–March
Ballinora [13] England<1898Golden yellow with red flush. Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). AM from RHS in 1898.Cooking, eatingUse December–January
Ball's Pippin [29] [49] England<1920A green-yellow apple with red flush and russet. P Cox Orange x Sturmer Pippin. Flesh white, juicy, sweet, aromatic. Tree vigorous. AM from RHS in 1923.EatingPickE early to mid-October. Use January.
Ballyfatten [5] Ballyfatten on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-222).jpg County Tyrone, Irelandc.1740A large, round apple with firm, dry, sweet, slightly tart white flesh. Excellent keeper. Scab and canker resistant.Cooking, eatingPickE late September. Use October–November.
Baltimore (a.k.a. Baltimore Pippin) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001311.jpg US<1860Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh whitish, juicy, subacid.EatingUse December–April
Bancroft [5] Cross section of Bancroft, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1950-150).jpg Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaSelected 1930. Introduced c.1935Width 70 – 80 mm. height 55–68 mm. Stalk 15 mm. Parentage Forest x McIntosh. Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November - December.
Banks [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00001192.jpg Nova Scotia1880A red sport from GravensteinEating, cooking, pie
Barcelona Pearmain [11] [50] [12] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00001195.jpg England<1837One of the best dessert apples. Cells roundish oblate, axile. The tree is a free grower, but does not attain the largest size.Eating, cooking
Bardsey Island Apple Bardsey Island Image.jpg Bardsey Island, Wales1998A medium-sized eating apple with a unique lemon aroma. Sweet and juicy. Skin color red over gold. Very disease resistant. Single tree discovered on Bardsey island in 1998, age of original tree unknown. May have monastic origins.Eating
Barkley Red Rome [51] Cross section of Barkley Red Rome, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1969-064).jpg Bud mutation of Rome Beauty.
Barnack Beauty [13] [6] [30] Cross section of Barnack Beauty, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-207).jpg Barnack, Northamptonshire, Englandc.1840, introduced c.1870Medium-sized apple. Yellow, 25-75% flushed with orange red. AM from RHS in 1899. FCC from RHS in 1909. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Flesh; creamy white, very firm, crisp, fine-textured, juicy, subcaid to sweet.EatingPickE late September–early October. Use December–March
Barnack Orange [6] Barnack Orange on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1925-004).jpg England1904P Barnack Beauty x Cox Orange. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short. Flesh; creamy white, firm, coarse-textured, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingPickE late September–early October. Use November–February
Baronesa [17] BrazilIntroduced 1997P Princesa x Fuji. Weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Flesh sweet, crisp. Tree vigorous.Eating
Bascombe Mystery [6] England<1831A late keeping green apple. Width 68 mm, height 56 mm. Stalk short. Flesh pale yellow, fine-textured, juicy, subacid.EatingPickE early October. Use November - March
Batul (a.k.a. Batulenka, Batulka, Batul-Alma ru. Batullen) [18] [16] Cross section of Batul-Alma, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-353).jpg Romania or HungaryA green apple with red flush. Russet in stalk cavity. Width 50 mm (2.0 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in), weight 80 g (2.8 oz). Tree vigorous. Flesh acidic with poor aroma.EatingPickE mid- to late October. Use December–April.
Baumanns Reinette (cs. Baumanova reneta,fr. Reinette Baumann, pl. Reneta Baumana, ru. Renet Baumana) [6] [3] [52] [14] [32] [12] [16] [7] Baumanns renett H Sjoberg.jpg Belgiumc.1810Medium size. Skin brilliant crimson. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Weight 110 g (3.9 oz). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Cells, oblate, axile, open. Flesh; crisp, subacid. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1878. Cold Storage 2oC 180 days. VitC 16. Density 0.83Cooking, eatingPickE late September. PickG early October. Use December–March
Baxter's Pearmain [6] [11] [12] Cross section of Baxter's Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-105).jpg Norfolk, England1821A large dual purpose apple. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk medium. Cells obovate, axile. The tree is hardy, vigorous, a most abundant bearer. Flesh; pale yellow, coarse-textured, dry, subacid.Cooking, eatingPickE late September–early October; use November–March
Beach (a.k.a. Apple of Commerce) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001458.jpg Arkansas, US<1898A yellow apple with red overcolor, medium size. A late keeper. Stalk medium. Tree large, vigorous. Flesh: very firm, rather dry.EatingPick late October.
Beacon [53] Pomological Watercolor POM00001463.jpg Minnesota, USIntroduced 1936Lively, juicy flavor; good for baking. Does not keep very well. Parentage (Malinda x Duchess of Oldenburg)x(Malinda x Tetofsky)Cooking, eatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Beauty of Bath(de. Schöner aus Bath) [6] [13] [30] [14] [31] [15] [34] [16] Beauty of Bath Apples.jpg Bailbrook, Batheston, Somerset, EnglandIntroduced 1864Width 59–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in), height 44–51 mm (1.7–2.0 in). Stalk 9–12 mm (0.35–0.47 in). Deep red flush and streaks of red with a little russet. Early maturing but short season. Formerly grown commercially in England for local markets. FCC from RHS in 1887. Good flavor in its home climate if it is eaten soon after picking. Poor flavour if distributed long distances and stored for weeks, so now rare. Flesh; creamy white, soft, very juicy, subacid. VitC 14.EatingPickE early August; use early August
Beauty of Bedford [13] [5] Cross section of Beauty of Bedford, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1913-009).jpg Bedfordshire, England<1913Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). P Lady Sudely x Beauty of Bath. Greenish yellow with orange flush. Flesh yellow, firm, juicy, sweet.EatingPickE mid-September; use September–October
Beauty of Hants [6] [13] Cross section of Beauty of Hants (Myers), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-054).jpg Southampton, Hampshire, Englandc.1850A yellow apple with orange-red flush. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk variable. Flesh very crisp, yellowish juicy, highly aromatic. Triploid.EatingPickE late September–early October; use November–February
Beauty of Kent [6] [12] [13] Kent, Englandintroduced c.1820Old culinary apple, very irregular, ribbed. Width 90 mm (3.5 in), height 83 mm (3.3 in). Cells, roundish obovate, abaxile. AM from RHS in 1901. Flesh yellowish, tender, subacid. TRICookingPickE late September; use December–March
Beauty of Stoke [13] Cross section of Beauty of Stoke, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-019).jpg Nottinghamshire, England<1889Width 70 mm, height 65 mm. Flesh yellowish, firm, dry, pleasant flavour.Tree vigorous. FCC from RHS in 1890.Cooking, eatingPickE mid- to late October. Use January·March
Beauty of Wiltshire (a.k.a. Weisse Wachs Reinette) [27] Malus Beauty-of-Wiltshire.jpg ?<1800Yellow with red flush. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 9 mm (0.35 in). Flesh juicy, very acidic.Cooking, eatingUse October–November
Bedfordshire Foundling [11] [6] [12] Cross section of Bedfordshire Foundling, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-020).jpg Bedfordshire, Englandc.1800A yellow apple slightly flushed with red. An excellent culinary apple. Width 75–89 mm (3.0–3.5 in), height 65–88 mm (2.6–3.5 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. Stalk short. Flesh; creamy white, firm, juicy, subacid.CookingPickE late September–early October; use December–March
Bedrika (a.k.a. Prisatka) [18] Possibly SerbiaA green conical apple with red flush. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Weight 184 g (6.5 oz). Flesh white, sweet, with pleasant aroma.Eating
Beefsteak [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001470.jpg Amesbury, Massachusetts, US<1870Stalk medium. Flesh white, tender, crisp, juicy, subacid. Very good.EatingUse October–November
Beeley Pippin [6] Derbyshire, EnglandRaisedc.1880A yellow apple flushed (25–50%) with red. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk short. Flesh yellow, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick late August; use September–October
Belle de Boskoop (cs. Boskoopské, de. Boskoop, Schöner von Boskoop) agm [54] [23] [3] [30] [6] [15] Malus-Boskoop organic.jpg Boskoop, Netherlands1856Width 73–95 mm (2.9–3.7 in), height 67–87 mm (2.6–3.4 in), weight 205 g (7.2 oz). Stalk 10–25 mm (0.39–0.98 in). Flesh acid and aromatic. Tree vigorous. Particularly attractive blossom. AM from RHS in 1897. VitC 10–17. Density 0.83 TRICooking, bakingPickE early October. PickG mid-October. Pickg September 23–October 15. Use January–April
Belle de Builts [27] Builts, La Vienne, France<1860A yellow apple with red flush. Width 68–74 mm (2.7–2.9 in), height 49–54 mm (1.9–2.1 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh white, crisp, juicy, aromatic, sweet.Cooking, eatingUse January–April
Belle de Pontoise(cs. Pontoiské, de. Schöner aus Pontoise, ru. Pontuazskaia krasvitța) [30] [32] [6] [13] [16] Belle de Pontoise (2), Mons-Boubert, Somme, Fr.JPG France1869, introduced 1879Large flat-round apple. Greenish-yellow, 25–75% flushed with red. Biennial. Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Flesh white, sweet, juicy. Tree vigorous.Cooking.PickE mid-October; use November–March
Bellefleur Kitaika (cs. Krasokvet Kitajka, pl. Bellfleur Kitajka) [16] Cross section of Bellefleur Kitaika, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1975-341).jpg Russia1914Width 100 mm, height 85 mm. Flesh, white, soft, sweet.Use October - December
Belmont [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001473.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1870Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short to medium. Flesh yellowish, crisp, tender, juicy, aromatic. Very good. Tree vigorous, healthy, very productive.EatingUse November–February
Ben Davis(a.k.a. New York Pippin, Victoria Pippin, Victoria Red, Red Pippin, Kentucky Pippin, Baltimore Red, Baltimore Pippin) [9] [26] [25] [55] Pomological Watercolor POM00000155.jpg Southeastern USc.1800Width 77 mm, height 80mm. Noted for keeping well prior to refrigerated storage, but flavour has been compared with cork.EatingUse January - June.
Bennet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001538.jpg Herefordshire, England<1870A cider apple.Cider
Benoni [6] [9] [8] [56] [25] [12] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00001542.jpg Massachusetts, US<1832A small orange-yellow apple with red overcolour. Width 57–59 mm (2.2–2.3 in), height 53 mm (2.1 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Cells obovate, axile, closed. Flesh yellow, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good. BB. DBH 110.EatingPick50 August 23. PickE late August. Use August–September
Ben's Red [6] [13] Cornwall, Englandc.1830Medium to large apple. Slightly ribbed. Skin flushed and striped dark red. Flesh pale yellow, sweet, aromatic. P Devonshire Quarrenden Xbox Apple. Award of Merit from RHS in 1899.EatingPickE early September; use September.
Bentley Sweet [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001592.jpg Virginia, US<1850Flesh sweet. Tree vigorous, productive, an early bearer.EatingUse April–September
Berlepsch (see Frieherr von Berlepsch)
Berner Rosen (a.k.a. cs. Bernské růžové) [23] [7] Malus-Berner-Rosenapfel.jpg Zurich, Switzerland1860A red apple. Height 57–62 mm (2.2–2.4 in), width 62–66 mm (2.4–2.6 in). Weight 110 g (3.9 oz). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh; soft, juicy, subacid. Cold storage 4oC 120 days. VitC 11. Density 0.78EatingPickG late September–early October; use December–February
Bess Pool [13] [30] [6] [12] Cross section of Bess Pool, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-209).jpg Nottinghamshire, England1824Round-conical apple. Flesh firm but tender, white, sweet, rather dry. Trees are shy bearers at first. Width 67–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Cells ovate, axile, open or abaxile.EatingPickE early October; use November–February
Bethlemite [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001606.jpg US<1860Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse December–March
Beverly Hills [10] [17] California, US1939, Introduced 1945. [58] P Melba x Early McIntosh. Slightly tart flavor. Flesh white. Likes warm weather. MacIntosh style summer apple that is self fertile and well adapted to low chill conditions. [59] Eating
Biesterfelder Renette [31] [3] [7] Malus Biesterfelder Renette 4519.jpg Biesterfeld, Lippe, Germany1850A yellow apple striped with red. Width 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Flesh white, crisp, juicy. Cold storage 2oC 120 days.EatingPickG mid-September. Use October–December
Bietigheimer [25] [26] Cross section of Bietigheimer, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-021).jpg Germany<1870Fruit very large with russet. Width 110 mm (4.3 in), height 78 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Tree large, vigorous. Flesh white, firm, coarse, srisp, juicy, subacid, fair to good.Use September–October
Birgit Bonnier [60] Birgit Bonnier applen i korg.jpeg Sweden1992A cross between Cortland (apple) and Lord Lambourne.
Bismarck [6] [23] [13] [25] [26] [15] [34] Bismarckapfel (Panorama).jpg Victoria, Australia1870Large fruit with a yellow-green with red overcolour. Flesh crisp, juicy, subacid, fair to good. FCC from RHS in 1887. Width 65–85 mm (2.6–3.3 in), height 58–72 mm (2.3–2.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).Cooking, juice.PickE late September. Use November–February
Bittenfelder [3] Malus Bittenfelder 4527.jpg Baden-Württemberg, Germany<1940Flesh; white, crisp, juicy, subacid.Cider, juicePickG late October. Use November–April.
Black Annette [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001618.jpg US<1820Flesh white, tender, good.EatingUse November–December
Black Apple [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001616.jpg US<1820Flesh white, good.EatingUse November–February
Black Ben Davis [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002227.jpg Arkansas, USc. 1800A red mutation of Ben Davis.EatingUse January - April.
Black Gilliflower [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00001381.jpg US<1800Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh white, dry, subacid, good. Tree very productive.EatingUse November–March
Blackjon [10] [7] Cross section of Blackjon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1967-062).jpg Washington, USIntroduced 1931Mutation of Jonathan. Cold storage 3-4oC 120 days.Eating
Blackmack [10] British Columbia, CanadaIntroduced 1930Mutation of Red McIntosh.Eating
Black Oxford [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001388.jpg Maine, US<1870Flesh white, dry, subacid, good. Tree a great bearer.EatingUse March–May
Black Sweet (a.k.a. Moore's Sweeting) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002594.jpg US<1820Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh yellow, dry, very sweet. Quality inferior.Baking, ciderUse December–March
Blairmont [61] Georgia, USCross made 1961A round to conical apple with 90% red overcolor. Moderately resistant to scab, fire blight, powdery mildew and black rot. DBH 112. Flesh: cream, juicy, subacid.Eating
Blauacher Wädenswil [3] Blauacher Wadenswil jm55139.jpg Bern, SwitzerlandWidth 78 mm (3.1 in). Height 75 mm (3.0 in). Flesh; greenish-white, juicy, subacid.Cider, juicePickG late September. Use October.
Bledsoe [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001629.jpg Kentucky, US<1855A large apple. Stalk short. Flesh crisp, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse September–April
Blenheim Orange (a.k.a. Emilia (in Ecuador) and Pennsylvania (in Colombia) cs. Blenheimská reneta, de. Goldrenette von Blenheim, pl. Blenheimska, ru. Renet blengheimskii, Renet zolotoi blengheimskii) agm [62] [6] [3] [26] [14] [15] [34] [12] [27] [16] [7] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 036.jpg EnglandDiscovered c.1740, introduced c.1818Has greenish-yellow to orange skin streaked with red. Width 75–91 mm (3.0–3.6 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), weight 165 g (5.8 oz). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cells open, obovate, axile. Flesh; aromatic, juicy. Distinctive nutty flavor excellent for cooking. The vigorous tree is slow to come into crop but then produces heavily. Cold storage 4oC 120 days. TRI VitC 13. Density 0.76Cooking, eatingPickE late September. PickG early October. Use November–January.
Bloody Ploughman [5] Cross section of Bloody Ploughman, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1962-042).jpg Carse of Gowrie, Scotlandc.1800A medium-sized, very dark red, heavily ribbed apple. Flesh white sometimes pink-streaked, crisp, juicy, mildly sweet. It is reputed to have got its name after a gamekeeper shot dead a ploughman caught stealing apples from the Megginch Estate. When his body was returned to his wife, she found stolen apples in his pockets and threw them onto a rubbish heap. One of the resulting seedlings bore apples of a deep, blood red. This tree gave rise to the cultivar that was named after the unfortunate ploughman. [63] EatingPickE mid-September. Use September - November.
Blue Pearmain [6] [8] [13] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00001653.jpg USc.1800A yellow apple with dark red stripes. Width 70–75 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Height 63–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in). Steam short and stout. FCC from RHS in 1896. Flesh aromatic, spicy, subacid, very good.Cooking, cider, eatingPickE early October; use November–December.
Blutapfel (a.k.a. Pomme Sanguinole, Purpurapfel) [27] Malus purpurea in Poznan (4).jpg ?<1820A yellow apple with red overcolor. Width 49–60 mm, height 45–54 mm. Stalk 6 mm. Flesh yellow tinted with red, juicy subacid.Eating, CookingPick October. Use December - May.
Bodil Neergaard [64] [34] Cross section of Bodil Neergaard, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-004).jpg Denmark1855A green oblong conical apple. Width 56–61 mm (2.2–2.4 in), height 70–75 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh; white, juicy, spicy.Eating, cookingPick October; use Januar–March
Böhmer (a.k.a. Edel-Böhmer) [27] Pom.Mon.Hefte 1857 Boehmer.jpg Tyrol<1857Green with red flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in).EatingUse December–March
Böhmischer Rosenapfel [27] Bohmischer Rosenapfel.jpg Bohemia, Germany<1800A large apple. Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh juicy, sweet.Eating, cookingUse August–September
Bohnapfel (a.k.a. Grosser Rheinischer Bohnapfel, cs. Strýmka, pl. Grochówka) [3] [7] Bohnapfel (apple) jm26577.jpg Germany<1800Width 55 mm (2.2 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in), weight 100 g (3.5 oz). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Flesh; acid, crisp, juicy. Cold storage 2oC 210 days. Density 0.80 TRICooking, ciderPickG late October–early November; use March–May
Boiken (cs. Boikovo) [6] [3] [23] [25] [34] [7] Boikovo (2).jpg Bremen, Germany1828Culinary apple. Width 68–82 mm (2.7–3.2 in), height 56–68 mm (2.2–2.7 in). Weight 125 g (4.4 oz). Stalk 17–23 mm (0.67–0.91 in). Flesh white, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid to acid, good. Cold storage 0oC 150 days. VitC 10. Density 0.85Cooking, drying, juicePickE mid-October. PickG mid–late October; use February–May
Bonum (a.k.a. Magnum Bonum) [8] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001606.jpg US1828Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh white, firm, tender, aromatic, juicy, mild subacid, very good.EatingUse September–December
Borgovskoje [37] Russia<1860A sweet yellow apple.EatingPick late August
Borovitsky (see Duchess of Oldenburg)
Borsdorfer see Edelborsdorfer
Börtlinger Weinapfel [3] Bortlinger Weinapfel jm55142.jpg Baden-Württemberg, Germany1827Flesh; greenish-white, juicy, acid. Tree vigorous.Cider, juicePickG mid-October. Use October–November.
Bottle Greening [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001423.jpg Green Mountains, US<1850Produces large fruit. Has thick skin. Flesh white, subacid.Eating, ciderUse January–February
Bough (see Sweet Bough)
Bountiful [30] Cross section of Bountiful, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1977-054).jpg Kent, EnglandWidth 76 mm (3.0 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). A yellow apple flushed (0–25%) with red. Flesh, fairly juicy, fairly tender.Cooking, EatingPick late September; use September–January
Bow Hill Pippin [13] [6] Bow Hill, Kent, Englandintroduced 1893Golden yellow with slight flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). AM from RHS in 1893. Flesh yellow, firm, juicy, good.EatingUse November–February
Brabant Bellefleur(a.k.a. Brabantsche Bellefleur) [13] [12] [38] France?<1830A yellow apple with red flush and stripes. Width 71 mm, height 67 mm. Stalk 10mm. Cells closed, elliptical. AM from RHS in 1901. Flesh crisp, yellow, acid, aromatic.CookingUse December–April
Braddick Nonpareil [12] Cross section of Braddick Nonpareil (Scotland), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1967-054).jpg England<1828A medium-sized roundish apple. Width 66 mm, height 55 mm. Stalk short. Cells, ovate, axile. Flesh yellowish, subacid, aromatic. More sweet and tender than the Old Nonpareil.EatingPickE mid October. Use November - April.
Braeburn [65] [66] [43] [7] Braeburn2008.jpg New Zealandintroduced 1952Width 76 mm, height 69 mm. Chance seedling. Flesh pale cream, firm, crisp, juicy. Red overcolor 69%. Ripens 19 days after Golden Delicious. Not susceptible to bitter-pit. The fruit is widely sold commercially in the United Kingdom. Cold Storage 1oC 180 days. SS 13.8 - 14.7 TA 0.53 - 0.86.EatingPick 45 October 16. Pick55 October 5. Pick at the end of late May in New Zealand.
Bramley (Bramley's Seedling) agm [67] [15] [6] [34] [12] 004bramley.jpg Nottinghamshire, United Kingdom1809Most widely sold cooking apple in the United Kingdom. Triploid. Width 83–86 mm (3.3–3.4 in), height 66–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cells round, axile, open. Large sized fruits with waxy skin, green with a red flush, which must be peeled before use. A favorite ingredient in many traditional British puddings. [68] TRICooking, juice, cider.PickE mid-October. Use November–February.
Brasil (a.k.a. Bruckner, Bruckner do Brasil) [17] Brazil1940sFruit large, resembles Delicious. Tree vigorous.Eating
Brauner Matapfel [14] Malus Brauner Matapfel 4602.jpg Germany<1800A yellow apple with redbrown flush. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 7 mm (0.28 in). Flesh whitish-yellow, sweet, subacid. Quality cooking good, eating fair.CookingPick mid-October; use December–May
Bravo de Esmolfe Esmolfe, Penacova, Portugal 18th centuryA small, juicy and sweet apple, considered one of the best Portuguese applesEating
Breakey [10] Manitoba, CanadaIntroduced 1935Fruit medium size, red and scarlet. Flesh white, melting, juicy, spicy.Cooking, eatingUse September–November
Breda Reinette (a.k.a. Reinette von Breda, Reinette de Breda, Nelguin, Reinette Nelguin) [27] [69] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 093.jpg Netherlands<1760Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 7 mm (0.28 in). Flesh yellowish, juicy, aromatic.Cooking, eatingUse December–March
Breedon Pippin [27] England1801Sweet flavor. Originally raised by a parson in Berkshire. Rare.Eating
Brettacher [31] [3] Brettacher Apfel jm135825.jpg Brettach, Württemberg, GermanyA yellow apple striped with red. Width 70–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Flesh white, juicy.EatingPickG mid–late October. Pickg October 15–30. Use December–May.
Breuhahn(a.k.a. Geheimrat Breuhahn, cs. Breuhahnovo) [3] [31] [7] Malus Breuhahn 4604.jpg Geisenheim, Germany1895 Introduced 1934Width 57–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in), height 45–53 mm (1.8–2.1 in), weight 93 g (3.3 oz). Stalk 17–25 mm (0.67–0.98 in). Flesh: yellowish white, juicy, subacid. Cold storage 1oC 180 days. VitC 8–14. Density 0.74Cooking, eatingPickG late September–early October; use October–April
Briar Sweet (see Pound Sweet)
Brina Italy1998Resistant to scab. Spreading habit with intermediate vigor; full flowering season is medium-late, production is heavy, fruit is medium or medium-large, with smooth skin; white lenticels, no russet, excellent taste characteristics. Ripens first week of October (Trentino).Eating
Britegold [42] Ontario, CanadaIntroduced 1980A bright yellow apple. Flesh cream-colored, tender, juicy. Biennial tendency. Resistant to apple scab.Eating, pie
Broad Eyed Pippin [6] [12] Cross section of Broad-Eyed Pippin (of Bultitude), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1929-029).jpg England<1700A yellow apple with some light brown flush. Width 93 mm (3.7 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, axile, open. Flesh white, acid.Cooking, cider.PickE late September; use November–January
Brownlee's Russet [13] [6] [30] [31] [12] Cross section of Brownlees Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-179).jpg Hempstead, Hertfordshire, Englandc.1848Green with red flush, covered with russet. Width 70–74 mm (2.8–2.9 in), height 58–61 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 8–12 mm (0.31–0.47 in). Cells pointed ovate, axile, open. Flesh greenish white, juicy, acid, nutty flavour.EatingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Buckingham (a.k.a. Kentucky Queen, Lexington Queen) [70] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00001720.jpg US, probably southern states<1817Width 87–93 mm (3.4–3.7 in), height 67–78 mm (2.6–3.1 in). Stalk 11–21 mm (0.43–0.83 in). Flesh coarse, juicy, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse November–February
Buff [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001658.jpg US<1830Very large. Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). Flesh, white, tender.EatingUse November–March
Bullock [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001661.jpg New Jersey, US<1805Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Flesh firm, crisp, tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good to best. Tree not large.EatingUse October–January
Buncombe(a.k.a. Red Winter Pearmain) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001663.jpg US<1860A medium to large sized yellow conical apple striped with red. Flesh yellow, juicy, mild subacid, good.Eating, CookingUse December - January
Burchardt's Reinette [12] [27] Cross section of Burchardt's Reinette, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-065).jpg Nikita, Crimea<1860A roundish-oblate apple. Width 65 mm, height 48 mm. Cells roundish obovate, axile. Flesh white, tender, crisp, juicy.Eating.PickE early October. Use November - December.
Bushey Grove [6] [29] Cross section of Bushey Grove, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-057).jpg Hertfordshire, England1897A greenish-yellow apple with red flush (25–75%). P Alexande x Dumelow. AM from RHS in 1922. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short. Flesh white, juicy, acid.Cooking, piePickE late August–early September; use October–December
Byfleet Seedling [6] Cross section of Byfleet Seedling, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1931-008).jpg Surrey, England1915Large cooking apple; width 96 mm (3.8 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in).CookingPickE early October. Use October–February.
Byford Wonder [13] Cross section of Byford Wonder, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-024).jpg Herefordshire, England<1893Yellow with russet dots. Very large. Tree very vigorous. AM from RHS in 1893.CookingPickE early October. Use November–December.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Cabashea [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001398.jpg New York, US<1851A large oblate apple. Width 100 mm (3.9 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in).CookingUse September–October
Čačanska pozna [71] SerbiaIntroduced 1971P Starking x Jonathan. Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in), weight 200 g (7.1 oz). Stalk medium. Diploid.Pick late September–early October
Čadel [71] SerbiaIntroduced 1984P Golden Delicious x Jonathan. Width 78–82 mm (3.1–3.2 in), height 78–82 mm (3.1–3.2 in), weight 250–275 g (8.8–9.7 oz). Stalk 45 mm (1.8 in). Flesh firm, crisp, juicy, acid.Pick late September–early October
Cal-King [10] California US1942P unknown.
Calville Blanc d'hiver(cs. Kalvil bílý zimní) [6] [31] [32] Malus-Weisser-Winterkalvill.jpg France<1598Noted for unusual looks (somewhat lumpy on the side) but excellent reward when tried. Noted for having unusually high vitamin C content. Apple of choice for tarte tatin in France. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk variable. Flesh white, juicy, sweet, aromatic. C 32.Cooking, eatingPickE third week of October; use November–March
Calville Rouge D'Automne(cs. Kalvil cerveny podzimni, de. Roter Herbst Kalvil, pl. Jablko malinow, ru. Osennii krasnîi kalvil.) [11] [12] [16] Malus - Roter Herbstkalvill.JPG France1670A culinary apple of inferior quality in England. Cells ovate, axile.Cooking, eatingPickE late September. Use October–November.
Calville Rouge D'Ete [11] France<1800A culinary apple of second-rate quality.Cooking, eating
Calville Rouge D'Hiver [11] [6] [57] [27] Roter Winterkalvill jm55083.jpg France<1800A culinary apple of second-rate quality. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk long. Flesh white, soft, juicy, sweet.Cider, cooking, eatingPick early October; use December–March
Calville Saint Sauveur [27] [15] [12] Cross section of Calville de Saint-Sauveur, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-309).jpg France1839Yellow with red flush. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 61–71 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 12–18 mm (0.47–0.71 in). Cells elliptical or ovate, pointed, abaxile.EatingPick October. Use October–February.
Cambusnethan Pippin [6] Cambusnethan Pippin on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-088).jpg Stirlingshire, Scotlandc.1750A yellow apple with red flush (50–75%). Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk medium. Flesh white, sweet, aromatic.Eating, cookingPickE mid- to late September; use October–December
Cameo [43] Cameo apple.jpg Washington State, US1980sWidth 78 mm, height 70 mm. Existence owed to freak accidental crossing of two most popular apples in world: Red and Golden Delicious. Retains prongs on bottom of latter parent but has flavor more resembling Golden.EatingPick45 October 20. Pick55 October 8.
Campanino Cross section of Campanino, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-140).jpg Modena, Italy Before 1751 (documented)Fruits have firm, crisp flesh with a rather acid flavorCookingPickE late October. Use January–March.
Campfield (a.k.a. Newark Sweeting) [8] [26] [9] New Jersey, US<1817A cider apple. Biennial.CiderUse November–July
Canada Reinette (see Reinette du Canada)
Cannon Pearmain [8] [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001570.jpg Possibly North Carolina, US<1851A medium size, yellow apple with red flush. Flesh yellow, subacid, very good.EatingUse December–March
Capital [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001573.jpg Indiana, US<1850Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). Flesh yellow, juicy, subacid.EatingUse December–January
Caraway Russet (see Fenouillet Gris)
Carícia [17] BrazilIntroduced 1995P Prima x Anna. Flesh subacid, good. Tree vigorous.Eating
Cardinal (a.k.a. Kiarolkowski, Peter the Great) [13] Russia<1880AM from RHS in 1896. Flesh soft, white, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-August. Use August–September
Carlisle Codlin [6] [12] Cross section of Carlisle Codlin (of Bultitude), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1923-011).jpg England<1830Yellow apple with no overcolour. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk very short. Flesh, white, tender juicy, subacid.CookingPickE early September; use October–November
Carlough [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001577.jpg New York, US<1899Flesh whitish, tender, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse November–April
Carlton [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00001579.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1923P Montgomery x Red Astrachan. Ripens 1 month later than Red Astrachan. Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid. Tree vigorous, annual bearer.PickE late August. Use August–October.
Carola (a.k.a. Kalco) [3] [7] Apfelsorte Carola (Panorama).jpg Germany1962Width 74–85 mm (2.9–3.3 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in), weight 135–220 g (4.8–7.8 oz). Stalk 5–20 mm (0.20–0.79 in). Cold Storage 2oC 90 days. Density 0.79Cooking, eatingPickE mid-September; use September–December.
Carolina Red June [56] [26] [8] [9] (a.k.a. Red June, Georgia June) Pomological Watercolor POM00003104.jpg Tennessee, USc.1810Very popular Civil War-era Southern apple. Flesh juicy, brisk, subacid. Does beautifully in humid weather. Good choice for backyard gardener in subtropical climate, though hardy as far north as zone 5.Cooking, EatingPick late July–early August; use August–October
Carpentin Reinette (a.k.a. Carpentin) [27] Malus Carpentin 4504.jpg France or Germany<1800Gelb with red stripes. Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 44 mm (1.7 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).Cooking.Use December–March
Carroll [72] Manitoba, CanadaSelected 1947, introduced 1961.Resembles a highly colored Melba. Tree dwarfish to medium, winter-hardy.EatingPick late August–early September.
Carswell's Orange [6] Cross section of Carswell's Orange, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1960-007).jpg Surrey, England1938A yellow apple with red flush (25–75%). P Cox Orange x unknown. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk medium. Flesh white, juicy, aromatic.EatingPick mid-September; use September–November
Carter's Blue Pomological Watercolor POM00001585.jpg Alabama, US1840sMedium to large, roundish oblate; skin green or greenish yellow washed with dull red with darker red broken tripes, covered with a heavy bluish bloom. Crisp, juicy, sugary, aromatic, mild subacid. Foliage also has a blue hue. Once widely grown in the American South, then thought extinct. Reintroduced to America in 1994 after being discovered at the National Fruit Trust in Kent, England, where it had been added in 1947 from a collection in Rhone, France, after it had been acquired around 1860 from the Fruitland Nursery in Augusta, Georgia. [73] Eating, cookingPickE early Octobeer. Use October–February.
Carver (a.k.a. White Carver) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001586.jpg Pa. US<1875Stalk short. Flesh yellow, juicy, tender, vinous, subacid. Tree productive.EatingUse August
Catline (a.k.a. Gregson Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001738.jpg Maryland, US<1875Below medium size. Flesh tender, juicy, sweet. Tree slow growth.EatingUse October–December
Catshead [6] [12] Cross section of Catshead, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-027).jpg England<1700Sharp flavor. Lumpy shape and electric green coloring. Width and height 86 mm (3.4 in). Stalk short. Cells ovate, abaxile. Known to have been a variety planted in early Virginia by settlers as well as native England. Extremely rare in native United Kingdom; occasionally still found growing in southern United States.CookingPickE early October. Use October–January.
Cauley [10] Mississippi, USIntroduced 1942P unknown. A large apple. Flesh yellow, crisp, juicy. Tree yields heavily.Cooking, jelly
Celestia [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001749.jpg Ohio, US<1850Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in). Flesh subacid, sprightly, spicy, aromatic.Cooking, eatingUse September
Cellini(fr. Cellini, de. Cellini, ru. Cellini) [6] [23] [28] [24] [14] [34] [12] [27] [16] Pomological Watercolor POM00001751.jpg England<1843Width 70–86 mm (2.8–3.4 in), height 56–74 mm (2.2–2.9 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cells round to obovate, axile, open. Flesh; white, soft, subacid.Eating, cookingPickE mid–late September; use October–December
Chailleux [27] [33] Chailleux - OPL Peillac.jpg Bretagne, France<1870Width 66–85 mm, height 54–72 mm. Stalk 10mm. Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, subacid.Eating, cooking, juiceUse November - January
Champagnerrenette (see Reinette de Champagne)
Champion (a.k.a. Shampion, Sampion) [3] [7] Sampion cultivar.jpg Czechoslovakia c.1960, introduced 1976A greenish yellow apple with red flush. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Weight 180 g (6.3 oz). Stalk 40 mm (1.6 in). P Golden Delicious x Cox Orange Pippin. Attractive color. This tree bears attractive fruit, extra-large sized, deep Flesh; creamy white, juicy, and subacid. Keeps fresh for a long time. Starts bearing at a young age. Cold storage 2oC 120 days. VitC 8.EatingPickG early to mid-October. Use October–February.
Champlain [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19557877458).jpg US<A grennish yellow apple. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in). Flesh white, very tender, juicy, subacid. Quality: eating good, cooking excellent.Eating, cookingUse August–October
Charden [3] [7] Cross section of Charden, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1971-025).jpg FranceWidth 80 mm, height 65 mm. Parentage Golden Delicious x Reinette Clochard. Flesh; subacid. Cold storgage 1oC 150 days. TRICooking, eatingPickG October. Use November–March.
Charlamoff [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001756.jpg Russia<1880Yellow with red flush. Tree small. Flesh white, coarse, juicy, subacid, good.EatingPick August; use August
Charlamowsky (see Duchess of Oldenburg)
Charles Eyre [6] Cross section of Charles Eyre, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-010).jpg Berkshire, EnglandIntroduced 1911A greenish-yellow apple. Width 102 mm (4.0 in), height 90 mm (3.5 in). Stalk short. Flesh white, soft, dry, acid.Cooking, piePickE mid-September; use September–November
Charles Ross [6] [13] agm [74] [30] [7] Cross section of Charles Ross (LA 69A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1979-156).jpg Berkshire, England1890sFCC from RHS in 1899. Orange to red. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Best cooked early in season. Good flavor, and sweet when eaten later in season. Cold storage 3oC 90 days.Multi-purposePickE mid-September; use October–December
Chataigner(a.k.a. Martrange, Maltranche Rouge) [32] [27] [33] Chataignier.JPG Normandie, France<1400A green apple with russet and red overcolor (50-70%). Width 72–74 mm (2.8–2.9 in), height 55–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Stalk 7–13 mm (0.28–0.51 in). One of the oldest apple varieties in the world.Cooking, eating, cider.PickE late October. Use December–April.
Chaxhill Red [12] Cross section of Chaxhill Red, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1952-052).jpg Gloucestershire, England>1873A roundish oblate red apple. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk short and stout. Cells roundish obovate, axile, open. Flesh tender, subacid.Eating, cider
Cheddar Cross [6] [75] Cross section of Cheddar Cross (LA 63B), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-134).jpg Long Ashton, EnglandRaised 1916, selected 1946, introduced 1949.Green apple with red flush. Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). P: Allington Pippin x Star of Devon. Flesh yellow, juicy, sharp.EatingPickE late August. Use August–September.
Cheese [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001757.jpg Pa. US<1870Flesh white, tender, subacid. Good. Tree vigorous, bears annually.EatingUse November–February
Cheeseborough [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001762.jpg US<1840One of the largest and one of the poorest of the russet apples. Flesh dry, subacid, sweet.CookingUse November–December
Chelmsford Wonder [6] [76] [13] [77] Chelmsford Wonder on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-213).jpg Essex, Englandc.1870A large long keeping yellow-skinned apple with diffuse orange pink flush. FCC from RHS in 1891. Width 75–81 mm (3.0–3.2 in), height 61–68 mm (2.4–2.7 in). Stalk: short and stout. Still grown in Essex orchards including Lathcoats Farm Shop. Flesh; creamy white, firm, tough, fine-textured, juicy, subacid. P Dumelow x ?CookingPickE early October; use November–February
Chenango [8] (a.k.a. Chenango Strawberry) [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001483.jpg N.Y. US<1850Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh white, firm, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, good to very good.EatingPick45 August 14. PickE early September. Use September–October
Chester (a.k.a. Chester Redstreak) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001687.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1850Medium size. Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse November–December
Chestnut [10] [78] Minnesota, USIntroduced 1946P Wealthy x unknown. Flesh nutlike flavor. Tree vigorous, productive.
Chieftain [7] Cross section of Chieftain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-053).jpg Iowa, USRaised 1917, introduced 1967Width 65–80 mm, height 65–75 mm. Stalk 18–35 mm. Flesh white, firm, crisp, juicy, sweet. Cold storage 3-4oC 120 days.
Chiver's Delight [30] [6] Cross section of Chivers Delight (LA 73A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1979-157).jpg Histon, Cambridgeshire, England1920sMedium to large oblate apple. Red flush over greenish yellow skin. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk long. Flesh; creamy white, firm, fine-textured, juicy, sweet. Flavor can be variable but at its best is very well balanced. Grown by Chivers (now a brand of Premier Foods) for apple sauce.Multi-purposePicke mid-October. Use November–January.
Chorister Boy [6] Cross section of Chorister Boy, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1934-027).jpg Wiltshire, England<1890A yellow apple with red flush. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk medium. Flesh white, juicy, subacid. Particularly attractive blossom.EatingPickE late September–early October; use November–December
Christmas Pearmain [6] Cross section of Christmas Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-026).jpg England1893A yellow apple with red flush (50–75%). Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short. Flesh yellow, crisp, subacid, aromatic.EatingPickE early October. Use November–January
Cissy (see Tamplin)
Citron d'Hiver (see Winter Zitronenapfel)
Clarke (a.k.a. Clarke Beauty) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001703.jpg New York, US<1900Flesh tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse October–January
Claygate Pearmain [6] [13] [30] [12] Claygate Pearmain.jpg Surrey, England<1821Suitable for northerly, cold, wet climates: rich, nutty flavor. FCC from RHS in 1921. Width 67–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 59–67 mm (2.3–2.6 in). Stalk 10–18 mm (0.39–0.71 in). Flesh, crisp, greamy white tinged green, subacid, aromatic. Cells obovate to elliptical, axile. TRIEatingPickE early October; use December–February
Clayton [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001711.jpg Indiana, US<1850Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh yellow, subacid.CookingUse November–March
Cleopatra (see Ortley)
Clivia [3] [7] Clivia.jpg East Germany 1964Geheimrat Dr. Oldenburg x Cox's Orange Pippin. Width 64–80 mm (2.5–3.1 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in), weight 100–183 g (3.5–6.5 oz). Stalk 15–30 mm (0.59–1.18 in).Cold storage 2oC 120 days.EatingPickE late September. PickG mid-October. Use October–April
Close [6] [24] Virginia, USSelected 1928, Introduced 1938A greenish-yellow apple with red stripes. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 67–72 mm (2.6–2.8 in), TRIEatingPickE early August; use August.
Cludius Herbstapfel [79] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 015.jpg Germany<1860A green apple. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Flesh juicy, subacid.EatingPickE mid-September; use September–October.
Cockle Pippin(a.k.a Nutmeg Pippin, de. Hahnen Pepping) [6] [12] [27] Cockle Pippin on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-027).jpg Surrey, Englandc.1800A greenish yellow apple. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk medium. Cells elliptical, axile, open. Flesh, firm, white, dry, sweet.EatingPickE early–mid-October; use December–March.
Coffelt [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001648.jpg USFlesh whitish, firm, tender, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse January–May
Cogswell (a.k.a. Cogswell Pearmain) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001777.jpg Connecticut, USc.1755Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh yellow, juicy, subacid, aromatic. Very good to best.EatingUse December–March
Collamer [25] [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19557808128).jpg New York, USc.1895A sport of Twenty Ounce. Width 105 mm (4.1 in), height 95 mm (3.7 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in).
Collins [26] (a.k.a. Apple of Commerce) Pomological Watercolor POM00001787.jpg Fayetteville, Arkansas, US1885Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). Flesh white, crisp, firm, subacid, fair to good. Tree vigorous.EatingPickE late October. Use January–June
Colora Red York [10] (a.k.a. Red York Imperial)Colora, Cecil County, MarylandDiscovered 1933. Introduced 1935.A bright red apple. Bud mutation of York Imperial. Assigned to Bountiful Ridge Nurseries, Maryland.
Colton [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001796.jpg Massachusetts, USc.1840A yellow apple. Flesh juicy, mild subacid.EatingUse August
Colvert [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001297.jpg US<1850A large apple. Flesh white, juicy, subacid.EatingUse October–November
Conard [10] Missouri, USIntroduced 1935P Ben Davis x Jonathan. Ripens one week after Jonathan. Tree vigorous, resistant to disease.Eating
Connel Red Fireside [80] Wisconsin, USDiscovered 1949, Introduced 1957Bud mutation of Fireside. Fruit red, large. Tree very hardy, productive.
Constantine [25] [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19557900590).jpg Europe<1873Constantine is very similar to Alexander, but ripens later and keeps longer. Width 91 mm (3.6 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Flesh, white, firm, coarse, tender, juicy, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse September–November
Cook's Favorite [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001675.jpg US<1850Flesh yellow, subacid. Stalk long.CookingUse September
Cooper [9] [8] [26] Connecticut, US<1796Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh juicy, subacid, vinous, sweet. Good.EatingUse October–December
Cooper Early White [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000206.jpg Possibly Illinois, US<1870Flesh white, crisp.EatingUse September–October
Cooper Market [8] [26] [81] Pomological Watercolor POM00001676.jpg Possibly New Jersey, US<1804Width 66 mm, height 59 mm. Flesh white, tender, subacid, fair to good. Tree vigorous.EatingUse December–May
Cornell Fancy [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001303.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1870Stalk medium. Flesh white, tender, crisp, juicy, subacid. Very good. Tree vigorous.Eating
Cornish Aromatic [6] [30] [12] Cornish Aromatic apple.JPG Cornwall, Englandvery oldLarge yellow. High-quality dessert apple. Width 64–77 mm (2.5–3.0 in), height 58–69 mm (2.3–2.7 in). Stalk 18–21 mm (0.71–0.83 in). Cells obovate, axile. Flesh yellowish, firm, crisp, juicy, highly aromatic.EatingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Cornish Gilliflower [6] [30] [12] [57] Cornish gillyflower.jpg Cornwall, EnglandIntroduced 1813Discovered as accidental seedling. Shy bearer. Width 68–70 mm (2.7–2.8 in), height 68–70 mm (2.7–2.8 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Cells roundish obovate, axile or abaxile. Partial tip bearer. Flesh yellow, aromatic, sweet. Particularly attractive blossom.EatingPickE mid-October; use November–March
Coronation [6] Coronation on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1922-013).jpg Sussex, England1902A yellow apple with red flush (50–75%). Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk long. AM from RHS in 1902. Flesh white, soft, dry, sweet.Cooking, eatingPick mid-September; use September–December
Cortland [6] [24] [25] [7] Cortland apples.jpg Geneva, New York, US1899. Introduced 1915.Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 57–62 mm (2.2–2.4 in). Classic red coloration, nice crunch. Flesh; white, juicy, crisp. P Ben Davis x McIntosh. Tree early and annual bearer, very hardy. Cold storage 3oC 90 days.EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 1.
Coryphée [82] Sint-Truiden, Belgium2013Parentage Rubinstep x Nicoter.eatingPick early to mid September.
Cosmic Crisp [66] Cosmic Crisp.jpg Washington, United StatesCross made 1997. Became available commercially in 2019.Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 79 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 26 mm (1.0 in). Weight 290–300 g (10–11 oz). P Enterprise x Honeycrisp. Flesh: crisp, firm, juicy. SS 12.9–14.6, TA 0.60–0.83.EatingRipens four weeks after Gala.
Cottenham Seedling [6] Cross section of Cottenham Seedling, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-010).jpg Cambridgeshire, England<1923P Dumelow x unknown. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short to medium. Flesh white, firm, juicy, acid.CookingPickE late September–early October; use November–March
Coulon's Reinette see Reinette Coulon
Court of Wick [12] Court of Wick on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1970-083).jpg England<1790A green apple with red overcolor (0-20%). Width 61 mm, height 54 mm. Stalk 13 mm. Cells roundish elliptical, axile. Flesh yellow, tender, crisp, juicy.EatingPick October. Use October - March.
Court Pendu Plat (fr. Court Pendu Rouge) [6] [30] [31] [15] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 018.jpg France1613Extremely old variety, may date from as early as Roman times. Width 61–67 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 in). Popular during the Victorian era. Yellow to light green, flushed with red (0–75%). Particularly attractive blossom.Eating, cooking, baking, drying, juice.PickE mid-October; use December–April
Cowan's Seedling [12] EnglandA small apple, yellow with red flush. Stalk very short. Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh juicy, sweet, pleasant flavour.EatingUse October
Cowarne Quoining [12] Herefordshire, England1826Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short and slender. Cells large, symmetrical, obovate, axile, open. Flesh juicy, sweet and of good flavour.EatingUse January–March
Cox's Orange Pippin (cs. Coxova reneta, fr. Orange de Cox, pl. Koksa Pomaranczowa, ru. Renet Coxa) [6] [30] [3] [26] [32] [15] [33] [12] [16] [7] Cox orange renette2.JPG England1829One of the most celebrated apples in the United Kingdom, valued for its aromatic "orange" color and flavor. Width 60–89 mm (2.4–3.5 in), height 48–81 mm (1.9–3.2 in), weight 85–100 g (3.0–3.5 oz). Stalk 10–14 mm (0.39–0.55 in).Cells obovate, axile, slit. The fruit is widely sold commercially. Mainly grown in United Kingdom, Belgium and the Netherlands but also grown for export in New Zealand. Cold storage 3oC 120 days. VitC 5–11. Density 0.85EatingPick45 September 12. PickE late September. PickG late September–mid-October. Pickg September 15–30. Use October–February
Cox Pomona (a.k.a. Pomona) [6] [12] [26] [14] [3] [38] Cox's Pomona.jpg Buckinghamshire, Englandc.1825A large five crowned apple. Width 82–88 mm (3.2–3.5 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Cells obovate, axile. Raised by Richard Cox. Parentage Alexander x unknown. Mainly grown in Denmark and Sweden. VitC 12.Eating, cookingPickE mid–late September. PickG mid-September. Use October–December.
Cranberry Pippin [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001460.jpg New York, US<1840Large yellow apple with red flush. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 62–68 mm (2.4–2.7 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Flesh white, juicy, subacid.CookingUse November–February
Crandall [83] Urbana, Illinois, USCross made 1914. Selected 1925. Introduced 1952A red apple. Parentage Rome Beauty x Jonathan.Eating, CookingPick before Winesap. Use February - April.
Crawford (a.k.a. Crawford Keeper) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001859.jpg US<1850Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse February–April
Crawley Beauty [6] [30] [84] Crawley Beauty (LA 65A) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-170).jpg England or France<1870, introduced 1906.A pale green cooking apple. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). At maturity yellow with orange-red flush. Award of Merit from Royal Horticultural Society in 1912.CookingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Creek [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001860.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1870Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid. Very good. Tree vigorous.EatingUse December–March.
Crimson Beauty (a.k.a. Early Red Bird) [5] Pomological Watercolor POM00001862.jpg Canada1850-1880sFlushed and striped with red. Width 64mm. Height 51 mm. Stalk 20 mm. Flesh subacid, soft, juicy, raspberry flower. Tree vigorous.EatingPickE early August. Use August.
Crimson Beauty of Bath [85] Cross section of Crimson Beauty of Bath (LA 65A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1975-303).jpg Sport of Beauty of BathEatingPickE early August.
Crimson Bramley Pomological Watercolor POM00001863.jpg Nottinghamshire, England1913A red mutation(sport) of Bramley.Cooking
Crimson Cox [86] Cross section of Crimson Cox, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-238).jpg Herefordshire, EnglandDiscovered 1913, Introduced 1928Mutation of Cox Orange Pippin. Skin covered with crimson.Eating
Crimson Crisp(a.k.a. Co-op 39) [87] Crimson Crisp (apple) jm122948.jpg New Jersey, USCross made 1971A greenish-yellow apple with red-purple overcolor (95–100%). Flesh crisp, juicy, subacid. SS 13.5–16.5, TA 0.63, D 76. Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 5. Use October–December.
Crimson Delight Crimson Delight Apple.png Washington, United StatesCrimson Delight is a multi-purpose apple intended for snacking, baking and fresh recipes. The fruit size is medium to large with a firm texture and is crisp and juicy.Eating, baking
Crimson Gold [88] Crimson gold apples (23388670556).jpg Czech Republic1944A golf ball-sized applecrab hybrid developed by Albert Etter who named it Little Rosybloom for its cute size and attractive ruby red flush. He died before completing the patent papers. Fruit was later rediscovered and renamed. Very crispy and keeps texture in baking.Eating, bakingPick45 September 27.
Crimson Newton Wonder [5] Cross section of Crimson Newton, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-177).jpg Holywell, Hertfordshire, England1921A more highly coloured sport of Newton Wonder.Eating, CookingPickE mid-October. Use November - March
Crimson Pippin synonym of Detroit Red
Crimson Pippin synonym of Scarlet Pippin
Crimson Queening [6] [12] Cross section of Crimson Queening, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-092).jpg England<1831A greenish-yellow apple flushed (50–75%) crimson. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk variable. Cells roundish obovate, axile. Flesh greenish white, soft, sweet, juicy, subacid.CookingPickE early September; use September–October
Crimson Superb [85] Crimson Superb (LA 73A) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1976-141).jpg Yorkshire, England<1950Sport of Laxton's SuperbEatingPickE early October
Crimson Topaz see Topaz
Cripps Pink ('Pink Lady') [89] [66] [42] Pink lady and cross section.jpg Australia1973, selected 1979, introduced 1989Flesh firm, crisp, very sweet and slightly tart. Light red, pink and light yellow-green striped skin. Width 70–75 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Weight 197 g (6.9 oz). SS 12.5–16.0, TA 0.71–0.91Cooking, eatingPick45 October 21. Pick55 October 10.
Cripps Red Australia1973
Crispin (see Mutsu)
Criterion New York1898One of parents believed to be Ben Davis, but very tart unlike parent. Dark red skin underlain with stripes.Cooking, eating
Croncels (cs. Croncelské, fr. Transparente de Croncels, pl. Kronselska, ru. Prozracinoe Kronseliskoe) [3] [32] [15] [90] [16] [7] Malus-Croncels.jpg Crocels, FranceIntroduced 1869Round oblong. Pale milky yellow with occasional slight flush. Flesh pale yellow, tender, very juicy, subacid. Width 80–85 mm (3.1–3.3 in), height 67–73 mm (2.6–2.9 in). Weight 195 g (6.9 oz). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Cold storage 4oC 60 days. VitC 26. Density 0.72EatingPickG late August–mid-September. Use September–October
Cullasaga [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001884.jpg North Carolina, US<1858Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, sweet flavor.EatingUse January–April
Curl Tail [6] [12] England<1872A yellow apple. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh is white, soft, dry, subacid.CookingPickE mid-September; use October–December.
Cutler Grieve [5] Cross section of Cutler Grieve, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-021).jpg Edinburgh, ScotlandIntroduced 1912Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is white, firm, strawberry flavour. Tree is weak.EatingPickE mid-September. Use October–November.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Dakota Beauty [10] South Dakota, USIntroduced 1944
Damasonrenette see Reinette de Mâcon
Daniel [9] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001495.jpg Indiana, US<1850A delightful dessert apple. Flesh white, fine grained, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse August - September
Danziger Kantapfel(cs. Hranàč gdanský, fr. Calville de Danzig, pl. Kantowka gdanska, ru. Danțigskoe rebristoe) [23] [16] Malus Danziger Kantapfel 4567.jpg Germany<1760A yellow apple with red overcolour. Width 63–78 mm (2.5–3.1 in), height 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in) Weight 118 g. Flesh yellowish white, subacid, slightly aromatic.Cooking, eatingPick October; use October–December
D'Arcy Spice agm [91] [30] [12] [13] Cross section of D'Arcy Spice, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1942-006).jpg Tolleshunt D'Arcy, Essex, England1785A medium-sized apple with yellow-green skin, a red blush where exposed to the sun and covered with a spotty ochre russet. Cells rounish obovate, axile, open. White flesh is aromatic, firm and crisp with noticeable hints of anise and clove. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 58–61 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). P Reinette Franche x ?EatingPickE late October; use December–April
Davey [10] Massachusetts, USIntroduced 1950P McIntosh x unknown. Tree bears earlier and more regularly than Baldwin, resistant to scab.Eating
Dayton(a.k.a. Co-op 21) [92] [42] Urbana, Illinois, USCross made 1967. Selected 1976, introduced 1988A roundish to oblate apple, with red overcolor (up to 90%). Flesh: fine grained, firm, cisp, very good, subacid, 13,3% soluble solids, 0.3% titrable acid. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 18–21 mm (0.71–0.83 in). P N.J. 123249 x PRI 1235–000. Maturity 4 weeks before Delicious.EatingPick55 August 12.
Dazzle [82] Dazzle jm172776.jpg Hastings, New Zealandcross made 1997Width 69 mm. A yellow-green apple with 95% red to orange overcolor. Susceptible to scab and powdery mildew.Eatingripens midseason.
Deacon Jones [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001502.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1890Large oblong-conic, ribbed. Yellow with red flush. Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, firm, coarse, crisp, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, fair to good.EatingUse November–March
Dean's Codlin [27] [12] Deans Kuchenapfel Deans Coulin.jpg Possibly England<1844A large apple. Width 91 mm (3.6 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile, wide open. Flesh yellowish, tender.CookingUse December–March
De Jaune (see Jaune)
Delawine [10] Ohio, USIntroduced 1948P Delicious x Stayman Winesap. Flesh juicy and flavor of Stayman Winesap. Tree strong grower.
Delblush [5] Malus 'Delblush'.jpg France1979Tentation delblush, Golden Delicious × GriferEating
Delcon [10] Missouri, USIntroduced 1948.P Conrad x Deliciious. Tree dwarf tendency, heavy producer.Eating
Delcorf (a.k.a. Delbarestivale) [93] [7] Delcor Apfelsorte.JPG France1960Parentage Golden Delicious × Stark Jonagrimes. Cold storage 3oC 50 days.EatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Delfloga France2008Delbardivine delfloga, Royal Gala Tenroy × Florina, scab resistantEating
Delflopion Delbard, FranceSampion × Florina, scab resistantEating
Delgollune(a.k.a. Delbard Jubilée) [5] Malus Delbard Jubilee 4497.jpg France1960sWidth 75 mm, height 70–80 mm. Stalk 20 mm. Parentage Golden Delicious x Lundbytorp. Flesh white, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid.Eating, CookingPickE mid to late October. Use November - February.
Delrouval Malus Cybele.jpg France1995Cybèle delrouval, Delcorf × AkaneEating
Deltana France2010Delbard Celeste deltana, (Golden Delicious × Grive Rouge) × Florina, scab resistantEating
Democrat 1.(a.k.a. Varick) [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002392.jpg New York, US<1869A yellow apple striped and splashed with red. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk slender,24 mm (0.94 in). Flesh juicy, subacid, very good. Tree is good grower and a great bearer.EatingUse December–March
Democrat 2. [7] Tasmania, Australiac.1900Width 57 mm, height 45 mm. Dark red flush. Flesh: crisp, sweet, juicy. Cold storage 0oC 150 days.PickE late October. Use January–March.
Detroit Red (a.k.a. Detroit) [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002982.jpg Possibly the US<1820Flesh, white, crisp, juicy, subacid. Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Good.EatingUse October–February
Deutsher Goldpepping (a.k.a. Pomme d'Or d'Allemange) [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 022.jpg Germany<1833A yellow apple. Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 47 mm (1.9 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in).Eating, cookingUse January–April
Devonshire Quarreden [6] [30] [57] England, possibly France1685 (documented)Possible French parentage or ancestry. Crimson red peel. Juicy. Width 51–64 mm (2.0–2.5 in), height 38–48 mm (1.5–1.9 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Cells ovate, axile, split. Flesh greenish-white, crisp, juicy, sweet. Tree heavy cropper on warm soil.EatingPickE mid–late August; use late August–early September
Dewdney's Seedling [6] Cross section of Dewdney's Seedling, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1939-011).jpg Lincolnshire, Englandc.1850Large, irregular, late cooking apple. Flesh juicy, acid. Width 95 mm (3.7 in), height 80 mm (3.1 in). Stalk very short.CookingPickE late August–early September; use October–January
Diamond Jubilee [13] Kent, England<1901A yellow apple. AM from RHS in 1901. Flesh firm, white, good.Eating, cookingPickE mid-October. Use January–March
Dietzer Gold-Reinette(a.k.a. Reinette de Dietz) [27] [33] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 084.jpg Germany<1820Width 56–67 mm, height 50–54 mm. Stalk 12 mm. Flesh juicy, aromatic, subacid.Eating, cookingUse January - April.
Dijkmanszoet [15] A yellow to green apple with red stripes. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in).CookingUse November–April
Discovery agm [94] [30] [3] [7] Early Discovery apples from Chegworth Valley.jpg Essex, England1949. Introduced 1949.P Worcester × Beauty of Bath. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Sharp, sweet flavour. Fruits are sold commercially in the United Kingdom. Cold storage 4oC 30 days.EatingPickE mid–late August. PickG mid-August. Pickg August 15–30. Use mid-August–mid-September
Diwa (see Junami)
Doctor [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001806.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1817Flesh tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Good.EatingUse October–January
Doctor Hogg [12] Cross section of Doctor Hogg, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-133).jpg England<1878A golden yellow apple striped with crimson. Width 83 mm, height 74 mm. Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh white, tender, juicy. FCC from RHS in 1878.Cooking (Eating)Pick early September. Use November - February.
Domine [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002017.jpg US<1831Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 29 mm (1.1 in). Flesh exceedingly tender and juicy.EatingUse December–April
Domino [13] [12] Possibly Nottinghamshire, England<1883Oblong, rounded, irregular. Pale yellowish green. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk short. Cells elliptical, abaxile. Flesh crisp, acid.CookingPickE mid August. Use August–September.
Domnesc (a.k.a. Pomme de Moldavie, Herrenapfel, ru. Domneşti) [18] [16] Cross section of Domnesc, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-103).jpg Moldova<1800Width 100 mm (3.9 in), height 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in), weight 170–210 mm (6.7–8.3 in). Flesh, juicy, sweet sour.EatingPickG September. PickE mid-October. Use October–January.
Dorsett Golden [17] Starr 080302-3166 Malus sp..jpg Bahamas1964Grown from chance seedling of Golden Delicious. Yellow with red flush (10–40%). Flesh sweet, subacid, good. Tree vigorous. One of the most southerly apples grown in North America.EatingPickE mid-October. Use December–January.
Double Red Baldwin [10] New HampshireDiscovered 1924. Introduced 1927.Mutation of Baldwin. Darker red than BaldwinEating
Double Red Delicious (see Starking)
Double Red Duchess (see Red Duchess)
Double Red McIntosh (see McIntosh Rogers)
Double Red Rome Beauty [10] Washington, USDiscovered 1925, Introduced 1927Mutation of Rome Beauty.Eating
Double Red Wealthy [10] New York, USDiscovered 1933, Introduced 1940Dark red mutation of Wealthy.Eating
Double Red Willow Twig [10] Illinois, USDiscovered 1927, Introduced 1929.Dark red mutation of Willow TwigEating
Dougherty/Red Dougherty Cross section of Red Dougherty, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1952-221).jpg Australia, New Zealand1930Red Dougherty is a recent mutation discovered in New Zealand from the old Australian Dougherty.Eating
Doux d'Argent [32] [33] Anjou, France<1839A yellow to green apple. Width 78–92 mm (3.1–3.6 in), height 58–72 mm (2.3–2.8 in). Stalk 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in).Use December–January.
Downton Pippin(a.k.a. Elton Pippin, Downton Golden Pippin, Elton Golden Pippin, Knights's Golden Pippin) [11] [12] [57] Cross section of Downton Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-022).jpg Herefordshire, England1806A dessert apple of first-rate quality. Width 54 mm (2.1 in), height 44 mm (1.7 in). Cells obovate, axile, slit. Parentage: Orange Pippin x Golden Pippin. Flesh yellowish white, firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-September. Use November–January
Drakenstein [17] South AfricaIntroduced 1981Round, bright red. P (Wemmershoek x Granny Smith) x Richared Delicious. Tree vigorous.Eating
Dr. Seelig's Oranje Reinette [15] Kiel, GermanyA yellow to green apple with no overcolor. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in).Use November–January
Dubbele Bellefleur [38] Cross section of Dubbele Belle Fleur (VT), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1983-078).jpg ?<1760A green apple striped with red. Width 74–79 mm, height 55–60 mm. Stalk short.Pick October. Use October–November.
Duchess of Bedford [5] Cross section of Duchess of Bedford, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1941-009).jpg Bedford, England<1918Parentage Cellini x Beauty of Bath. Width 66 mm, height 54 mm. Flesh white, soft, aniseed flavour.EatingPickE mid August. Use August–September.
Duchess of Oldenburg (a.k.a. cs. Charlamowski, de. Charlamowsky, fr Borowinka, Borowitsky, Borowicki, pl. Charlamowska) [6] [23] [32] [15] [12] [25] [27] [16] Page 4 apple - Duchess of Oldenburg, Yellow Transparent, Wealthy.tiff Russia<1824Has red stripes with splashes of green. Excellent resistance to freezing temperatures. Stalk 8–20 mm (0.31–0.79 in). Width 69–89 mm (2.7–3.5 in), height 57–73 mm (2.2–2.9 in). Weight 144 gram. Cells ovate, axile.Cooking, eatingPick45 August 14. Pick55 July 25. Use September–March
Duchess's Favourite [30] [12] Cross section of Duchess's Favourite, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-031).jpg Surrey, Englandc.1800A yellow apple with red flush. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Cells roundish obovate, axile, open. Flesh yellowish white, tender, juicy, subacid. Tree rather slow in bearing, but then a heavy cropper.EatingPick late August; use August–September
Dudley Winter (a.k.a. Dudley) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000189.jpg Castle Hill, Maine, US19th centuryA medium-sized oblate apple with greenish-yellow skin covered with red stripes over a solid red blush. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh is firm but tender, juicy, aromatic and quite tart, becoming milder as it ages. Good for fresh eating and cooking; rated by many as one of the best for apple pies and sauces. Tree is a natural semi-dwarf, very hardy and bears heavily annually.Cooking, eating
Dukat [7] Cross section of Dukat, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-203).jpg Czechoslovakia1965Width 73–80 mm, height 60–68 mm. Stalk 25 mm. Parentage Golden Delicious x Cox Orange. Cold storage 3oC 60 days.
Duke of Devonshire [6] [30] [27] Cross section of Duke of Devonshire, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-032).jpg Lancashire, EnglandRaised 1835. Introduced 1875Dessert apple, resistant to scab and canker. Width 61–69 mm (2.4–2.7 in), height 54–56 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 5 mm (0.20 in).EatingPickE early October; use January–March
Dülmener(aka Dülmener Rosenapfel, Dülmener Herbstrosenapfel) [3] [95] [7] Malus-Dulmener-Herbstrosenapfel.jpg Germany1870Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in), weight 195 mm (7.7 in). Stalk 10–16 mm (0.39–0.63 in).Cold storage 3oC 90 days. VitC 6. Density 0.81Cooking, eatingPickE mid-September. PickG mid–late September; use September–December
Dummellor's Seedling(a.k.a. Dumelow's Seedling) agm [96] [97] [30] [12] Wellington Apple.jpg Shackerstone, Leicestershire, England<1800Roundish-oblate apple with pale greenish-yellow skin strewn with large russet dots, occasionally covered with a delicate pinkish-orange blush. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 11–14 mm (0.43–0.55 in). Cells obovate, axile to abaxile. Flesh yellow-tinted white flesh, aromatic, firm, crisp, tart, and very juicy. One of the most widely grown culinary apples of Victorian England, esteemed for its fine flavour and good keeping qualities.CookingPickE mid-October; use November–March
Dungay [12] England<1884An excellent cooking apple. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 25 mm (0.98 in).CookingUse October–December
Dunning [10] Geneva, New York, USRaised 1923. Introduced 1938P Early McIntosh x Cox Orange. Flesh sweet.EatingPick early August. PickE late August. Use August–September.
Dutch Codlin (a.k.a. Chalmers Large, Glory of the West) [12] [57] Cross section of Dutch Codlin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1946-100).jpg Possibly the Netherlands1783One of the best kitchen apples. Greenish yellow with red flush. Stalk 25 mm (0.98 in) and thick. Eye small and closed. Flesh white and sub-acid.CookingPickE early September. Use September.
Dutch Mignonne [98] [31] [32] [34] Dutch Mignonne on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1953-047).jpg Holland or Germany<1766Medium size round. Width 60–80 mm (2.4–3.1 in), height 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in). Cells obovate, axile, open. Flesh, cream, crisp, juicy. Stem long.Eating, cooking, baking, drying, juicePickE early October. Use November–April.
Dyer (a.k.a. Pomme Royale) [25] [8] [26] Cross section of Pomme Royale, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1952-131).jpg A yellow apple with brown flush. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, crisp, tender, aromatic, subacid, aromatic, very good to best.EatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Dymock Red [12] Gloucestershire, EnglandA roundish or oblate red apple. Width 54 mm (2.1 in), height 41 mm (1.6 in). Stalk very short. Cells ovate, axile, closed. Flesh yellowish, soft, tender, subacid.Eating, ciderPick late September

E

Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Egle LithuaniaEating
Eady's Magnum [6] Englandc.1908Width 91 mm (3.6 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk short. Flesh white, juicy, acid.CookingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Early Blaze [7] USIntroduced 1957Cold storage 2oC 60 days
Early Bough see Sweet Bough
Early Chandler [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000204.jpg US<1875Stalk short. Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, subacid. Too acid for eating.CookingUse August
Early Cortland [99] Geneva, New York, USCross made 1938, selected 1949Diameter 75–90 mm (3.0–3.5 in). Skin color 60–95% red. P Cortland x Lodi.Eating
Early Harvest (a.k.a. July Pippin, Yellow Harvest, Tart Bough) [8] [9] [26] [25] [12] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00001848.jpg US<1806Width 58–85 mm (2.3–3.3 in), height 39–70 mm (1.5–2.8 in). Stalk 17–20 mm (0.67–0.79 in). Cells obovate axile, open. Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good.EatingPick July; use July
Early Joe [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001505.jpg New York US<1843Width 61 mm (2.4 in), height 46 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh whitish, tender, juicy, vinous flavor, very good to best. Tree is a slow grower.EatingUse mid-August–mid-September
Early Julien (a.k.a. Early Julyan) [11] [12] Cross section of Early Julyan, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-288).jpg Scotland<1800An excellent culinary apple. The tree is not a large grower. Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). Cells ovate, round or oblate, open or closed. Flesh yellowish, white, crisp, very juicy.CookingPickE August, use August
Early McIntosh [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00001509.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1923P Yellow Transparent x McIntosh. Flavor excellent.EatingPick early August
Early Nonpareil [12] Norfolk, Englandc.1780Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Cells obovate, axile. Flesh crisp, aromatic, subacid.EatingUse October - December.
Early Pennock (a.k.a. Shaker Yellow, Homony) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001815.jpg US<1800Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh yellow, avid. Quality poor.CookingUse July–August
Early Red Bird see Crimson Beauty
Early Red Juneating see Margaret
Early Ripe [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002107.jpg Possibly Pennsylvania, US<1867Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid. Good. Tree productive.Eating
Early Strawberry [8] [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002112.jpg New York, US<1838Width 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in), height 49–52 mm (1.9–2.0 in). Stalk 25–33 mm (0.98–1.30 in). Flesh white, tender, subacid, aromatic, very good.EatingUse July–September
Early Victoria (a.k.a. Emneth Early) [6] [15] [7] Essex, England1899 (introduced)Pale yellow fruit. Possibly from Lord Grosvenor × Keswick Codlin. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh; greenish-white, crisp, firm, acid. Cooks well, breaks up completely when cooked. Cold storage 1oC 60 days.Cooking, eatingPickE late July–early August. Use August–September.
Easter Orange [52] [13] England<1897Round conical, deep golden yellow with flush and stripes of dark brown red. Flesh firm, yellow, of good flavour. AM from RHS in 1897. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in).EatingPickE early October. Use February–April
Ecklinville [6] [12] Cross section of Ecklinville, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-191).jpg Ecklinville, Irelandc.1820Large, round, greenish-yellow. Width 78–87 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 63–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in). Stalk short. Cells ovate, abaxile. An excellent early cooker. Flesh; white, soft, fine-textured, acid, juicy.CookingPickE early September; use September–October
Ecolette [20] Cross section of Ecolette, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-014).jpg Wageningen, NetherlandsFlesh: firm, juicy, shap, aromatic. Parentage Elstar x Prima.EatingPickE October
Edelborsdorfer (cs. Mišenské, Mišeň česká, ru. Borsdorfskoe blagorodnoe) [79] [16] Malus Edelborsdorfer 4495.jpg Germany<1600A green apple with red flush and russet. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in).Eating, cookingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Edelrother [27] Pom.Mon.Hefte 1856 Edelrother.jpg <1856Yellow with red flush. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in).EatingUse November–January
Edith Hopwood [29] Cross section of Edith Hopwood, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1925-029).jpg Essex, England<1929Yellow with russet. Stalk very long.EatingPickE early September. Use October–November
Edward VII [13] agm [100] [30] Cross section of Edward VII, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-015).jpg Worcestershire, England1908 (introduced)A large oblate-round apple with yellow-green skin and pinkish-brown blush. Width 76–83 mm (3.0–3.3 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 6 mm (0.24 in). AM from RHS in 1903. Suitable for more northerly, cold, wet climates. Flesh; pale yellow, firm, coarse-textured, juicy, acid. Extraordinary keeper; apple ripens in autumn and will keep until Easter. P Possibly Blenheim Orange × Golden Noble. Cooks well, breaks up completely.CookingPickE mid-October; use December–April
Edwards [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002121.jpg North Carolina, US<1869A greenish yellow apple, lightly striped with red. Flesh juicy, firm. One of the best keepers.EatingPickE mid-October.
Edwin Beckett [29] [101] England<1915Green to yellow with red flush. Width 100 mm (3.9 in), height 114 mm (4.5 in).Cooking
Egremont Russet agm [102] [30] [29] Egremont Russet Apple.jpg Sussex, England<1872Width 64–68 mm (2.5–2.7 in), height 48–57 mm (1.9–2.2 in). Stalk 6–10 mm (0.24–0.39 in). Brown russeting. Excellent keeper. Resistant to scab, very prone to bitter pit. Flesh; cream, firm, fine-textured, dry, nutty flavor.EatingPickE late September; use October–December
Eifeler Rambur [31] Eifeler Rambour.jpg A yellow apple striped with red. Width 65–85 mm (2.6–3.3 in), height 50–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in). Flesh crisp, dry, subacid. C 8.Eating, cooking, bakingUse December–March
Ein Shemer [17] Israel1963P Zabidani × Golden Delicious. Tastes tart, does not do well in cold weather. (Not the same as Anna (apple))EatingRipens in June
Elektra [3] Elektra jm55159.jpg GermanyWidth 68 mm (2.7 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in), weight 95–100 g (3.4–3.5 oz). Stalk 5–15 mm (0.20–0.59 in).Cooking, eatingPickE early October. PickG mid–late October; use November–February
Elise Rathke [27] Elise Rathke (MM106) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-050).jpg Danzig<1880A yellow to green apple, with red overcolor. Width 60 mm, height 52 mm. Stalk 9 mm. Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingPick October. Use December–April.
Ellison's Orange [29] [13] agm [103] [30] [77] [15] [7] Ellison's Orange.jpg Bracebridge, Lincolnshire, EnglandIntroduced 1911Width 67–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 57–61 mm (2.2–2.4 in). Stalk 12–35 mm (0.47–1.38 in). P Cox's Orange Pippin × Cellini. AM from RHS in 1911. FCC from RHS in 1917. Rich aniseed flavor. Flesh; creamy white, soft, juicy, subacid, aniseed flavour. Cold storage 4oC 120 days.EatingPickE mid-September; use September–October.
Elstar agm [104] [42] [7] Malus-Elstar.jpg NetherlandsCross made 1955Golden Delicious × Ingrid Marie. Flesh white, firm, good flavor, acid at harvest. Medium-sized, mostly red with yellow showing. Often used in desserts due to its intense honey flavor. Susceptible to powdery mildew and Phytophthora rot. Cold storage 2-3oC 90 days.Cooking, eatingPickE early October. Pickg September 23–October 7. Use October–December.
Emneth Early [105] [13] agm [106] [30] Fruher Viktoria Emneth Early Early Victoria.jpg Cambridgeshire, England<1899Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Suitable for northerly, cold, wet climates. P Hawthornden x Keswick Codlin. A biennial crop that needs thinning. AM from RHS in 1899. Good disease resistance.CookingPickE late July–early August; use July–August
Empire [107] [3] [7] New York Empire Apples.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1966P McIntosh x Red Delicious.Flesh; white, juicy, subacid. Tangy taste. Ruby red color. Cold storage 2oC 120 days.EatingPick45 September 25. Pick55 September 10. PickG mid-September. Use October–December.
Empire Red [10] British Columbia, CanadaIntroduced 1942A red apple. P unknown.Cooking, eating
Empress [17] [42] Geneva, New York, USCross made 1969, selected 1977. Introduced 1988A dark red apple, fair. Width 60–65 mm. P Jonamac x Vista Bella. Flesh light yellow, semifirm, subacid.Eating, cooking
Encore [6] [30] [13] Cross section of Encore, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-014).jpg Berkshire, England1906Large cooking apple. Width 83–96 mm (3.3–3.8 in), height 73–90 mm (2.9–3.5 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). First Class Certificate from RHS in 1908. Flesh; creamy white, soft, coarse-textured, juicy, subacid. Excellent cooker.CookingPickE early–mid-October; use December–April
Engelsberger [4] [3] Malus Engelsberger 4491.jpg Germany1854A German cider apple. Sugar-acid ratio 10:1. Juice yield 70–75%. Flesh; white, juicy, acid.Cider, juicePickG late September. Use late September–early October
English Codlin (a.k.a. Common Codlin, Codlin, Quodlin) [13] [12] England<1600Yellow with red flush and russet. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh, tender, white. acid, good. Stalk long.CookingUse August–September
English Russet [8] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002130.jpg <1870Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh yellowish-white, crisp, subacid. Good.EatingUse January–May
Enterprise(a.k.a. Co-op 30) [108] [109] [43] Illinois, USSelected 1978, introduced 1993A yellow apple with red overcolor (95%). Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 76 mm. Overcolor 88%. Stalk short. Flesh firm, crisp, spicy. Stores well up to six months. Makes very good candy apple.EatingPick50 October 20–30. Pick55 October 8–20.
Envy Envy Apple.jpg New Zealand2009Sweet and crispy, takes 4–8 hours after cutting to start browning. Royal Gala × Braeburn.Eating
Epicure [6] Bedford, England1909Yellowish apple with reddish blush. Good clean taste. Award of Merit from RHS in 1931. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). Stalk long. Needs thinning for size. Prone to bitter pit, canker.EatingPickE mid–late August; use August–September.
Erickson [10] Minnesota, USIntroduced 1923A large green apple.
Eris [110] GreeceIntroduced 2016A red apple. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Weight 222 g (7.8 oz). Flesh: white-yellowish, juicy, crisp, aromatic. P Black Ben Davis x Red Chief. SS 14.1% TA 0.3%. C 8. DBH 143.EatingPick September 7–13. Use September–April.
Erwin Baur [3] [31] [7] Malus Erwin Baur 4563.jpg Germany1928, introduced 1955Width 68–80 mm (2.7–3.1 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in), weight 105–212 g (3.7–7.5 oz). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Cold storage 1oC 120 days. Vit C 7. Density 0.85Cooking, eatingPickE early October. PickG early–mid-October; use December–March
Esopus Spitzenburg [8] [26] [25] [12] [27] Esopus-spitzenburg.jpg Esopus, New York, USc.1750Grown by Thomas Jefferson at Monticello. Named for creek near which first seedling found. Heirloom variety still available at farmstands in Northeast and portions of Virginia. Flesh yellow, firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good to best. Difficult to grow for inexperienced planters. Width 73–77 mm (2.9–3.0 in), height 68–76 mm (2.7–3.0 in). Stalk 19–24 mm (0.75–0.94 in). Cells ovate, axile, slit.Cooking, eatingPickE early–mid-October. Use December–February
Etter's Gold [10] California, USIntroduced 1944Golden yellow. P unknown. Flesh crisp.Pick October
Eva [17] BrazilA yellow apple red striped (70%). P Gala x Anna. Flesh sweet, subacid, good. Tree very productive.Eating
Evagil [13] Cross section of Evagil, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1945-191).jpg EnglandIntroduced 1863A golden yellow apple. Stalk very short. Flesh pale yellow, hard, dry.Cooking, eatingPickE late August. Use September–October
Evening Party [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001968.jpg US<1860Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh juicy, vinous, aromatic.EatingUse December–January
EverCrisp [111] Indiana, US2008Described as Fuji x Honeycrisp EatingPick45 October 10. Pick55 October 3.
Ewalt [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001970.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1850A large apple, yellow with red flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Flesh acid, aromatic.EatingUse February–April
Exeter Cross [6] [75] Exeter Cross (LA 63A) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-135).jpg Long Ashton, England1924, introduced 1952P Worcester Pearmain x Beauty of Bath. Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 47 mm (1.9 in). Stalk variable. Flesh crisp, juicy, sweet.EatingPickE early August; use August
Exquisite (Laxton Exquisite) [6] Bedford, England1902Award of Merit from RHS in 1926. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk short to medium. Flesh sweet, aromatic. P Cox Orange x Cellini.EatingPickE late August; use September–October

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Fagerö [79] [24] Fagero.jpg Sweden<1860Width 75–80 mm (3.0–3.1 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). A red mutant of Grågylling.EatingUse October–December
Fallawater (a.k.a. Tulpehocken) [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00001993.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1842Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in). Flesh greenish white, crisp, juicy, mild subacid, good.EatingUse November–December
Fall Harvey [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001979.jpg US<1838Flesh whitish, crisp, juicy, subacid, high flavor.EatingPickE mid-September. Use October–December
Fall Jenneting (a.k.a. Fall Jeneting) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001980.jpg Connecticut, US<1827Flesh yellow, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid. The tree is a strong grower.CookingUse September–December
Fall Orange [26] [8] The apples of New York (1905) (19123404444).jpg Massachusetts, US<1848Pale yellow. Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic. A poor shipper. Biennial. Quality: eating excellent, cooking very good.Eating, cookingUse September–December
Fall Pippin [8] [56] [9] [25] [12] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00001984.jpg US<1806Large yellow, roundish to roundish oblate. Width 99 mm (3.9 in), height 86 mm (3.4 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Cells obovate, axile. Flesh whitish - yellow, firm, fine, tender, very juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good. AS s. TRIEating, cookingPickE mid-September; use September–December
Fall Russet [5] Cross section of Fall Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-067).jpg USc1875Flesh aromatic, good.EatingPickE early to mid September. Use September - October.
Fall Swaar (a.k.a. Autumn Swaar) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001987.jpg US<1800Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh yellow, juicy, mild subacid.Cooking, eatingUse September
Fall Wine (a.k.a. Ohio Wine, Musk Spice, Sweet Wine) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001988.jpg US<1800Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Flesh yellowish, juicy, aromatic, mild, subacid, sweet.EatingUse September–November
Falstaff [112] [42] Kent, England1966, introduced 1989.

Red stripes on yellow-green background.|A good pollinator. Width 65–75 mm. Parentage James Grieve x Golden Delicious.

DessertPickE early October. Use October–December.
Fameuse [6] [9] [8] [26] [113] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002206.jpg Canada<1730Small apple, very sweet, flavour similar to McIntosh. Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid, perfumed, very good. Width 60–72 mm (2.4–2.8 in), height 53–56 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 11–17 mm (0.43–0.67 in). Of no value in Britain.EatingPick45 September 26. PickE late September–early October. Use October–November.
Family [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002288.jpg Georgia, US<1860Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh White, juicy, mild, pleasant, subacid.EatingUse August–September
Fanny [56] [25] [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19559280379).jpg Pennsylvania, US<1869A bright red fruit of good dessert quality. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Roundish slightly oblate. Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, firm, fine, tender, juicy, mild subacid, good to very good.EatingUse September–November
Faurot [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002292.jpg Missouri, USIntroduced 1935P Ben Davis x Jonathan. The tree is disease resistant.
Fearns Pippin [11] [12] [33] London, England<1780An excellent apple for eating and cooking. The tree is very hardy and a great bearer. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 53 mm (2.1 in). Stalk medium. Cells obovate, axile, slit.Cooking, eatingPickE late September–early October; use November–February
Federal Pearmain (a.k.a. Staaten Parmäne) [12] [33] England<1831Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in).Stalk 13 mm. Cells oblate, axile. Yellow red streaked. Flesh vinous.EatingUse December - March.
Feltham Beauty [13] Cross section of Feltham Beauty, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-083).jpg Buckinghamshire, England<1908Yellowish-green with red stripes and flush. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). P Cox Orange x Gladstone. Flesh, crisp, sweet, very good.EatingPickE early August. Use August–September
Fenouillet Gris [11] [32] [33] Cross section of Fenouillet Gris, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-482).jpg France1608A dessert apple of great excellence. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Short stalk.EatingPickE mid-October; use November–February
Feuillemorte [5] Cross section of Feuillemorte (Seine & Marne), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1950-158).jpg France<1948Flesh crisp, brisk, juicy.Eating, juicePickE late October. Use December - March.
Fiesta agm [114] [30] [42] [7] Fiesta Apfelsorte.JPG Kent, EnglandCross made 1971, selected 1979.Sometimes called Red Pippin. Claims both UK and US heritage: P Cox's Orange x Idared. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 22–30 mm (0.87–1.18 in). Has flavour similar to the former but storage, colouring, and cold tolerance of the latter. Can be susceptible to scab and canker. Cold storage 2oC 90 days.EatingPickE mid–late September; use October–January
Filippa [24] [7] Filippa.jpg Denmark1893A yellow apple with some red overcolour. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Cold storage 1oC 150 days.Cooking, eatingPickE mid-September; use September–December
Fillbasket [11] England<1875Name of two different apple cultivars. One from Lancashire and the other from Kent.Cooking
Fink (a.k.a. Fink's Seedling) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002297.jpg Ohio, US<1847A small apple. Flesh whitish, juicy, subacid good to very good. Good keeping qualities (one year).Eating
Finkenwerder Prinz (a.k.a. Finkenwerder Herbstprinz) [31] [3] [7] Herbstprinz (Apfel) jm29919 ji.jpg Elbinsel, Finkenwerder, Germany1860A yellow apple. Width 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Flesh; yellow to white, crisp, acid. Cold storage 1oC 150 days.Eating, cookingPickE late October. PickG mid-October. Pickg October 1–20. Use December–March.
Fireside [10] [78] Excelsior, Minnesota, United StatesSelected 1917. Introduced 1943Very fragrant. Yellow with red striping. Sweet apple, very popular in upper Midwest. Flesh yellowish, coarse, tender, juicy, subacid. Parentage Wealthy x Northwest Greening.EatingPick45 October 1. PickE early October. Use November–April
Fiskhill [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19559358679).jpg New York, US<1869Width 70–93 mm (2.8–3.7 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Tree vigorous. Flesh white, firm, coarse, juicy, mild subacid, fair to good.Eating, cookingUse November–February
Flake's Fall [8] Pennsylvania, US<1869Yellow with red flush. Width 95 mm (3.7 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse October–November
Flame 1. [107] Boreham, Essex, England1925Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Yellow, striped scarlet. Flesh, sweet, aromatic, subacid.EatingPickE late August. Use August–September.
Flamenco (a.k.a. Obelisk) Cross section of Obelisk, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1999-027).jpg United Kingdom1950–1999A columnar ornamental tree with delicious fruitEating
Flanders Pink see Mariposa
Flandrischer Rambour(fr. Rambour de Flandre) [27] [33] Flandrischer Rambur jm55168.jpg Belgium<1800A yellow apple with red flush. Width 93 mm (3.7 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in).Use November–January
Flickäpple [24] Sweden<1850A large cooking apple. Yellow with red stripes. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in).Cooking
Florina (a.k.a. Querina) [20] [42] Malus Florina 4485.jpg Angers, FranceIntroduced 197775% Red overcolor on yellow background. Scab resistant. Susceptible to powdery mildew.EatingPickE early October. Pickg October 1–20. Use October–December.
Flower of Kent (a.k.a. Isaac Newton) [11] [12] Kent or Lincolnshire England<1629A first-rate kitchen apple from October to January. Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, abaxile.Flesh crisp, subacid. This is the variety that inspired Sir Isaac Newton to consider gravity.CookingPickE mid-October. Use November–January.
Flushing Spitzenberg [9] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00002315.jpg US<1822Flesh white, yellow, juicy, crisp, mild, sweet, good.EatingUse November–February
Folwell [10] [78] Minnesota, USSelected 1913. Introduced 1922A large apple. Parentage Duchess of Oldenburg x (Alexander x Golden Russet).
Foote (a.k.a. Foote's Nonpareil) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002318.jpg Mass. US<1875Flesh firm, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good. Tree vigorous, annual bearer.EatingUse November
Forge [6] Sussex, England<1851A yellow apple with red Flush. Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). Stalk short. Flesh white, crisp, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE late September; use October–November
Fortune agm [115] (Laxton's Fortune) [30] [15] England1904, introduced 1931Cox's Orange Pippin × Wealthy. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1948. Width 68–75 mm (2.7–3.0 in), height 58–60 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Prone to canker, good resistance to scab. Tendency to be biennial.EatingPickE early September; use September–October
Fortune [43] Width 91 mm, height 77 mm. Parentage Red Spy x EmpireEatingPick 5 days after Golden Delicious
Foundling (a.k.a. Shirley, Groton) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002155.jpg Massachusetts, US<1820A medium to large apple. Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good.EatingUse September
Fourth of July (a.k.a. Sibirian August, August Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002608.jpg Germany<1875Flesh white, juicy, subacid, good. Stalk short. The tree is a strong grower.Cooking, eating
Fox Kernel (a.k.a. Sack) [12] Herefordshire, EnglandYellow with red stripes. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk long. Cells ovate, axile, closed. Flesh soft, tender, dry, sweet.Cider
Foxley [12] Englandc.1800Very small. Stalk 25 mm (0.98 in). Raised by Thomas Andrew Knight.Cider
Foxwhelp [12] Apple (Foxwhelp cultivar).jpg Herefordshire, England<1650Striped red and yellow. Flesh yellow with a rough acid flavour. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). Cells, open elliptical, pointed. Flesh yellow, acid.Cider
Fraas Sommer-Calvill [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 053.jpg Germanyc.1850Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).EatingUse September–October
Franklin [10] Ohio, USIntroduced 1937P McIntosh x Delicious.Eating
Fred Hough [17] BrazilIntroduced 1994Small to medium, red striped. Very low acid content. P NJ 76 x Coop 14.Eating
Freedom [4] [116] Geneva, New York, USCross made 1958, first fruited 1965, introduced 1983Yellow with red stripes (80%). Flesh: firm, juicy, crisp, subacid. Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). DBH 143.Eating, cooking, juice, ciderPickE late September. Use October–December.
French Pippin [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001903.jpg <1850Flesh yellowish, tender, subacid, good. Tree vigorous.EatingUse October–January
Freyberg [6] Cross section of Freyberg, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1961-065).jpg New Zealand1934P Golden Delicius x Cox Orange. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk long. Flesh white, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick early October; use October–December
Freiherr von Berlepsch [3] [16] Malus-Roter-Berlepsch.jpg Germany1880Width 54 mm (2.1 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). One of the best eating apples. High in Vitamin C. Picking September.Eating, juicePickE early October. PickG early–mid-October. Pickg September 23–October 7. Use October–December
Freiherr von Trauttenberg [27] Freiherr von Trautenberg jm55172.jpg Germany<1850Width 69–71 mm (2.7–2.8 in), height 65–76 mm (2.6–3.0 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).Cooking, eatingUse November–February
Friedrich von Baden (see Grossherzog Friedrich von Baden)
Frogmore Prolific [6] [13] [27] Cross section of Frogmore Prolific, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-180).jpg Windsor, Englandc.1865A yellow apple with red flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk long. Flesh white, soft, juicy, acid. P Hawthornden x ?CookingPickE late August–early September; use September–November
Frostproof [10] Virginia, USDiscovered 1930. Introduced 1947.P unknown. Quality fair. Tree blooms 30 days later than most apples usually do.Eating
Frösåker [23] Frosakersapple.jpg Sweden<1900A yellow apple. Width 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in), height 45–50 mm (1.8–2.0 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).EatingPick October; use November–January
Fuji [117] [17] [66] [7] Rosaceae Malus pumila Malus pumila Var domestica Apples Fuji.jpg Aomori, Japan1930s, Introduced 1962P Red Delicious × Ralls Genet. Dark red, conic apple. Sweet, crisp, dense flesh is very mildly flavoured. Keeps very well. One of the most widely grown apple varieties in the world. Cold storage 1oC 150 days. SS 14.3 - 14.6 TA 0.41 - 0.51.EatingPick 45 October 25. Pick55 October 5. PickE late October. Use December–January.
Fuji Frey [17] BrazilIntroduced 1995Bud mutation of Fuji.Eating
Fyan [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00001908.jpg Missouri, USIntroduced 1935P Ben Davis x Jonathan. Ripens 2 weeks after Jonathan. Tree very vigorous, regular bearer, resistant to disease.Eating

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Gala [6] [30] [66] [3] [7] Malus-Gala.jpg New Zealandintroduced 1960A small to medium-sized conic apple. Width 61–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Weight 140 g (4.9 oz). Stalk 25–40 mm (0.98–1.57 in). The thin, tannic skin is yellow-green with a red blush overlaid with reddish-orange streaks. Flesh is yellowish-white, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, and grainy with a mild flavour. Cross of three of the world's best known apples: Kidd's Orange Red (a cross of Red Delicious and Cox's Orange Pippin) × Golden Delicious. One of the most widely available commercial fruit. Cold storage 2oC 150 days. SS 13.2–14.1 TA 0.36–0.54.EatingPick45 August 30. Pick55 August 25. PickE early October. PickG late September–early October. Pickg September 15–30. Use October–January
Galarina [118] Angers, FranceCross made 1978A round-conic greenish-yellow apple with orange-red overcolor (65–100%) P Gala x Florina. Flesh: yellowish-white, crisp, juicy, firm, aromatic, tart.EatingPick 2 days after Gala
Galbraith Baldwin [10] Massachusetts, USIntroduced 1948Mutation of Baldwin. Highly colored.Eating
Galícia [17] Brazil1987P Gala x Anna. Flesh crisp, juicy. Tree very productive.Eating
Galloway [6] [12] [27] Galloway Pippin on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-298).jpg Scotland<1871Large eating and cooking apple. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1871. Width 90 mm (3.5 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 13 mm. Cells, small, obovate, axile. TRIEating, cookingPickE late September; use November–February
Ganges [12] EnglandA green kitchen apple. Cells, ellipticale, axile. Flesh yellowish-green, tender, crisp, juicy, subacid.CookingUse October–February
Garden Royal [8] Houghton Agr 209.10 - Brookshaw, Pomona Britannica, apples.jpg Sudbury, Massachusetts, US<1847A medium-sized roundish-oblate, sometimes slightly conical apple. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Greenish-yellow skin is striped and splashed with bright red, dull or grayish toward the stem; dots few, light and gray; cavity deep, basin shallow, slightly uneven. Flesh yellow, very tender, juicy, rich, mildly subacid and aromatic. Poor keeper. Upright habit, productive bearer, some biennial tendency.EatingPickE late August. Use late August–September
Garden Sweet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002168.jpg New England, US<1875Stalk short and small. Flesh, yellowish white, tender, juicy, sweet. Tree hardy and productive.CookingUse September–October
Garretson's Early (a.k.a. Somerset Harvest) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002171.jpg New Jersey, US<1840Medium size. Stalk short. Flesh white, tender, juicy, subacid, good.Cooking, eatingUse July–August
Gascoyne's Scarlet (cs. Gascoyneho šarlatové, de. Gascoynes Scharlachroter) [6] [3] [30] [15] Malus Gascoynes Scharlachroter 4554.jpg Kent, England1871Large red fruit. Width 77–82 mm (3.0–3.2 in), height 63–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in), weight 145 g (5.1 oz). Stalk 15–25 mm (0.59–0.98 in). FCC from RHS in 1887. VitC 8–12. Density 0.79Eating, cookingPickE mid–late September. PickG late September; use October–January.
Geflammter Kardinal(cs. Kardinál žíhaný, pl. Kardynalska. ru. Kardinal krasnîi.) [16] Pomological Watercolor POM00002175.jpg Germany ?<1800Width 74–92 mm, height 70–85 mm. Weight 110-240 gram.Cooking
Geheimrat Breuhahn (see Breuhahn)
Geheimrat Dr. Oldenburg (cs. Oldenburgovo) [4] [19] Geheimrat Oldenburg.jpg Geisenheim, GermanyCross made 1897, first fruited 1904.Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Flesh: yellowish white, fine, subacid. Created at the Höheren Lehranstalt für Obstbau of Geisenheim in the Rheingau. P Minister von Hammerstein × Baumanns Renette.EatingPickE early September. Use September–November.
Gehrers Rambour [4] Gehrers Rambur jm55187.jpg Germany1885A German cider apple. Sugar-acid-ratio 8:1. Juice yield 75–80%.CiderPick late October
Gelber Richard(fr. Richard Jaune, ru. Riciard jioltîi)) [23] [31] [33] [16] Gul Richard H Sjoberg.jpg Mecklenburg, Germany<1830A yellow apple. Width 66–76 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 66–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). C 23. Flesh: whitish, sweet.EatingPick October; use November–March
Gendreville [32] A yellow apple with red overcolor. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).CookingUse January–May.
Geneva Early [119] Early Geneva.jpg Geneva, New York, USCross made 1964, selected 1973A round-oblate apple. Diameter 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in). Skin color 60–100% red. Flesh: subacid, aromatic. P Quinte x Julyred.Eating
George Carpenter [6] George Carpenter on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-163).jpg Surrey, England1902P Blenheim Orange x King of the Pippins. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk long. Flkesh white, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-September; use October–December
George Cave [6] [30] Essex, England1923Pale green-yellow fruit with red flush. Early harvest. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in).EatingPickE early–mid-August; use August
George Neal [6] [120] [30] Cross section of George Neal, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-033).jpg Kent, England1904Pale green to yellow colour, will keep nicely until late autumn. Award of Merit from RHS in 1923. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Good regular crops.CookingPick late August–early September; use August–September.
Gerlinde [20] Gerlinde (apple) Pk1 jm120834.jpg Ahrensburg, GermanyEatingPick mid to late August.
Gestreifter Herbst-Calvill [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 054.jpg <1670Gelb with red flush. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in), stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).Cooking, eatingUse November–January
Gestreifter Winter-Calvill [121] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 055.jpg Germany<1840Yellow with red stripes. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in).Eating, cookingPick October; use November–February
Gewürzluiken [14] [31] [3] Malus Gewurzluiken 4476.jpg Württemberg, Germany<1850A yellow apple striped with red. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh: white, crisp, juicy, acid.Cooking, juice, baking, eatingPickE mid-October. PickG mid–late October. Pickg October 15–30. Use December–March.
Gideon [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002215.jpg Minnesota, USc.1880Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, soft, coarse, crisp, juicy, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse October
Gilpin (a.k.a. Carthouse), Little Red Romanite. [9] [8] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00003266.jpg Virginia, US<1850Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh greenish-yellow, sweet, juicy.Cider, eatingPick October; use December–May.
Ginger Gold [43] Malus Ginger-Gold.jpg Virginia, US1960sA yellow apple with 6% red flush. Width 80 mm, height 73 mm. Tangy flavour, crunchy texture.Cooking, eatingPick45 September 3. Pick55 August 20. Use September–October.
Gipsy King [12] England<1872A handsome dessert apple. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Cells obovate, axile, slit. Flesh yellowish, tender, juicy.EatingPickE mid-October. Use October–December
Gladstone [6] [30] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002069.jpg England1780, introduced 1868Width 63–79 mm (2.5–3.1 in), height 54–62 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Stalk 9–17 mm (0.35–0.67 in). A red apple.EatingPickE late July–early August; use July–August
Glanz Reinette [27] Glansrenett.jpg Possibly Germany<1850A green apple with red stripes. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 50–53 mm (2.0–2.1 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in).EatingPick October
Glockenapfel (a.k.a. Weisser Glockenapfel) [4] [31] [3] Malus Glockenapfel 4455.jpg Switzerland17th centuryA medium-sized green-yellow elongate bell-shaped apple, sometimes takes on a reddish blush. Width 55–75 mm (2.2–3.0 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). VitC 9. Flesh; tart, crisp and juicy. Stores well, taste improves with age. Excellent culinary variety; renowned for its use in Strudel.Cooking, eatingPickE mid-October. PickG late October. Pickg October 15–30. Use December–April.
Gloria Mundi (a.k.a. Pound) [6] [11] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002472.jpg US<1804An excellent green culinary apple. Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk short. Flesh yellow, coarse, crisp, tender, juicy, mild subacid, fair to good.CookingPick mid-October; use October–December
Glorie van Holland [52] [38] Cross section of Glorie van Holland, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-179).jpg Netherlandsc.1890A yellow apple striped with red. Width 85 mm. Stalk long. Flesh slightly acidic, slightly sweet.EatingPickE early October. Use October–January.
Glory of the West (a.k.a. Englischer Prahlrambour) [11] [27] England<1800A culinary apple of first quality. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in).CookingPick October; use October–December
Gloster (a.k.a. Gloster 69) [6] [3] [122] Malus Gloster 4558.jpg Jork, Germany1951 Introduced 1969Conical shape. Somewhat tart, ruby red color like parent Red Delicious. P Glockenapfel x Richared Delicious. Good choice for backyard gardening. Width 65–90 mm (2.6–3.5 in), height 65–90 mm (2.6–3.5 in). Weight 150–300 g (5.3–10.6 oz). Stalk 11–23 mm (0.43–0.91 in).EatingPickE late October. PickG mid–late October. Pickg October 10–30. Use November–March
Godfrey [10] Manitoba, CanadaIntroduced 1931P Patten Greening x unknown. A dark red apple. Flesh white, crisp, sweet. Tree vigorous.Use October–February
Gogar Pippin (a.k.a. Stone Pippin) [11] Scotland<1850A dessert apple of second rate quality.EatingUse January–March
Gold Chief (a.k.a. Gold Pink) [123] Bologna, ItalySelected 1989. Introduced 1998.A yellow apple with pink blush (10–20%). Flesh; firm, juicy, subacid.EatingPick 7–10 days after Golden Delicious.
Golden Ball [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000183.jpg Connecticut, US<1880A large apple. Flesh crisp, tender, subacid.EatingUse December–March
Golden Delicious(de. Gelber Köstlicher, ru. Zolotoe prevoshodnoe) [6] [124] [3] [25] [125] [19] [16] [7] Golden delicious apple.jpg Clay County, West Virginia, US1891. Introduced 1914.One of the most popular varieties in the world. Due to its regular size, even colour and storage qualities the fruit is widely sold commercially. Uniform light green-yellow coloration. Flesh firm, crisp, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, very good to best. A good pollinator. Width 63–72 mm (2.5–2.8 in), height 58–62 mm (2.3–2.4 in), weight 145 g (5.1 oz). Stalk 20–30 mm (0.79–1.18 in). Cold storage 0.5o C 120 days. DBH 137–151. VitC 6–9. Density 0.79Eating, cookingPick45 October 7. Pick55 September 15. PickE lateOctober. PickG early–late October. Pickg September 23–October 15. Use October–May.
Golden Harvey (a.k.a. Brandy Apple) [11] [13] [12] Cross section of Golden Harvey, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1954-024).jpg England<1821A yellow apple with russet. Width 49 mm (1.9 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 13 mm. Cells obovate, axile, closed. One of the richest and most excellent dessert apples, it is also one of the best for cider.Eating, ciderPickE mid-October. Use December–May
Golden Knob (a.k.a. Old Lady, Old Maid) [11] [13] [12] England<1850Orange-brown with russet. A good late keeping dessert apple. Flesh firm, subacid, good. Leaf large, very dark. Width 42 mm (1.7 in), height 35 mm (1.4 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, axile, closed. The tree is a strong grower.EatingPickE mid-October. Use December–March
Golden Lasa [20] Trentino, ItalyA scab resistant appleEatingPick late September
Golden Mira [20] Trentino, ItalyA scab and mildew-resistant apple.EatingPick early October
Golden Monday [11] England<1850A kitchen apple. Flesh sugary, briskly flavoured.CookingUse October–December
Golden Noble (de. Gelber Edelapfel) [6] agm [126] [3] [30] [12] [33] [27] Malus Gelber Edelapfel 4464.jpg England1820Tree is short and stocky. Produces mint green fruit with blush of pink. Width 60–90 mm (2.4–3.5 in), height 50–80 mm (2.0–3.1 in), weight 150–250 g (5.3–8.8 oz). Stalk 5–15 mm (0.20–0.59 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. Good disease resistance. VitC 25.Cooking, pie, eatingPickE early October. PickG mid-September; use October–January
Golden Nonpareil [11] [12] England<1850A first rate dessert apple. Cells ovate or roundish ovate, axile, open. Flesh juicy, sugary with a rich flavour.EatingUse December–February
Golden Orange [20] Trentino, Italy1979, released 1996PRI 1956-6 × Ed Gould Golden. Resistant to scab. Moderate vigour, spreading habit and medium-late blooming season; fruit is moderately large (207 g (7.3 oz)) and symmetric, skin is smooth, no russeting. Ripens some days after Golden Delicious; fruit is very attractive; large, good storage ability.EatingPick early October
Golden Pippin [12] Cross section of Golden Pippin (Miller), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1946-024).jpg England<1629A golden yellow apple with russet. Width 57–63 mm., height 52–59 mm. Stalk 12–25 mm. Cells ovate, pointed, axile, closed. Eye small and open. Flesh yellow, firm, crisp, juicy, sweet, subacid.EatingPickE early October. Use November- April
Golden Reinette (see Orleans Reinette)
Golden Russet [25] [26] [12] Golden russet apple.jpg New York1845 (documented)A medium-sized heavily russeted light green apple, occasionally with a reddish blush. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Cells obovate, axile, closed. Crisp, fine-grained flesh is rich, sugary and very sweet. Excellent dessert apple, keeps very well. Makes extraordinary cider, known as the "Champagne of cider apples."Cider, cooking, eatingPickE early–mid-October. Use December–April
Golden Spire [13] [12] Cross section of Golden Spire, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-039).jpg Lancashire, England1850A golden yellow apple. An old Northern English variety. Flesh pale yellow, juicy, soft. P Keswick Codlin x Manks Codlin. Width 64 mm, height 82 mm. Cells elliptical, abaxile. Unusually tall and oblong with a tart flavour.Cooking, cider, eatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Golden Supreme Idaho, US1960EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 8.
Golden Sweet(fr. Northern Sweet) [56] [9] [8] [26] [25] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00002082.jpg Connecticut, US<1832Width 76–79 mm (3.0–3.1 in), height 59–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in). Stalk 23–30 mm (0.91–1.18 in). A yellow apple. Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, juicy, very sweet, aromatic, good to very good. BB.EatingUse August–September
Gold Pink (see Gold Chief)
Goldrush [127] [43] Goldrush (Apfel) jm94416.jpg Indiana, US1980, introduced 1993Width 74 mm, height 69 mm. The fruit has a complex spicy flavor with high acidity and sweetness. Acidity moderates in cold storage, with exceptional quality after 2 to 3 months. Parentage Golden Delicious x Coop 17.EatingPick55 October 19.
Goldspur Jabuka goldspur.jpg US1960A sport of 'Golden Delicious'.Eating
Goldstar [20] Czech RepublicEatingPick October
Goodwood Pippin [128] Goodwood, Sussex, England<1896Yellow striped with red. Round to conical. The stalk is set in a narrow, rather deep russety cavity. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 82 mm (3.2 in). AM from RHS in 1896.Cooking
Goosebery Pippin (Ronalds') [6] [11] Cheshire, England<1875A very excellent dessert apple; ripe in November. Small fruit, small tree.Eating
Gordon [22] Whittier, California, United StatesIntroduced 1977A low chill hour cultivar developed by Robert B. Gordon in Whittier, CA from unknown parentage. Blooms over long period in Southern California – from April to early June. Bears mature fruit from August to October. Fruit is green with red striped overcolor. Ripe at approximately 50% red coverage. Flesh: white, crisp, juicy. Fruit is dual purpose, for eating and baking with sweet-tart flavor.Eating, cooking
Gradirose Languedoc-Roussillon, France2004Created by Pépinières Grard. Early dessert apple with pink blush. Stores well. Very productive.EatingRipens in September
Gragg (a.k.a. Red Gragg or Winter Queen)North Carolina, US1860Originated on the farm of James Gragg in Caldwell County, North Carolina about 1860. Valued by North Carolina growers for its fine cooking qualities, crispness and long storage ability. The conical shaped fruit is red in colour with moderately conspicuous dots. Keeps well.Cooking, eatingRipens in October
Grågylling [23] [24] Gragylling.jpg Europe<1800Width 64–68 mm (2.5–2.7 in), height 54–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Stalk 12–20 mm (0.47–0.79 in). Flesh juicy, subacid, fair to good.Eating, cookingPick early October; use November–January
Grahams Royal Jubilee (see Royal Jubilee)
Granges Pearmain [52] [12] Cross section of Grange's Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-135).jpg Middlesex, England<1829Rather large, round, a little flattened. Colour yellow with dull red flush and broken stripes. Width 80 mm, height 55-60mm. Cells obovate, axile, open. Flesh pale yellow, very crisp and juicy and excellent flavour.Cooking, eatingPickE early October. Use December–May
Granny Smith [6] [117] [129] Granny smith and cross section.jpg Australia1868This is the apple once used to represent Apple Records. Width 64–74 mm (2.5–2.9 in), height 61–68 mm (2.4–2.7 in). Stalk 17–25 mm (0.67–0.98 in). A favourite variety, widely sold in the UK. Also noted as common pie apple. Lime green colouring. Extremely tart. SS 11.5, TA 1.03.Cooking, eatingPick 45 October 15. Pick55 October 23. PickKt mid-October; use January–April
Grantonian [13] Cross section of Grantonian, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-041).jpg Nottingham, England<1883Yellowish-green with brown flush. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Flesh firm, subacid. FCC from RHS in 1883.CookingUse until March
Graue Herbst Reinette [27] Malus-Graue-Herbstrenette.jpg <1800Width 84–95 mm (3.3–3.7 in), height 64–72 mm (2.5–2.8 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in).Cooking, eatingPickE early October. Use November–December
Graue Portugiesische Reinette [27] Malus-Portugiesische-Lederreinette.JPG Portugal<1798Width 65–69 mm (2.6–2.7 in), height 46–50 mm (1.8–2.0 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April
Grauer Kurzstiel [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 066.jpg France<1794Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April
Gravenstein(cs. Grávštýnské, pl. Grafsztynek Prawdziwy, ru. Grafensteinskoe) [6] [9] [30] [3] [26] [25] [32] [15] [33] [12] [27] [16] Gravensteiner.poupou.JPG Gråsten, Jutland, Denmark<1800An early yellow-green apple, often with red stripes. Width 73–91 mm (2.9–3.6 in), height 61–89 mm (2.4–3.5 in). Weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Stalk 10–25 mm (0.39–0.98 in). Cells round to elliptical, abaxile. Tree large, vigorous. Flesh yellow, firm, fine, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good to best. Exceptional cooking apple, especially for applesauce and pies. Poor keeper; becomes soft quickly. German immigrants introduced this variety to California's San Joaquin Valley in the mid-19th century. Has many sports. VitC 8. Density 0.82 TRICooking, eating, piePick45 August 23. PickE early September. PickG late August–mid-September. Pickg September 1–7. Use September–December.
Gravensteiner Roter (cs. Grávštýnské červené, fr. Gravenstein Rouge) [64] [36] [130] [33] Malus Roter-Gravensteiner.JPG Lübeck, Germany1858A red sport (mutant) of Gravenstein. Widely spread in Germany, Denmark and Sweden.
Green Cheese(fr. Green Cheese) [8] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00002057.jpg North Carolina or Georgia, US18th centuryA very old southern apple thought to have originated in North Carolina or Georgia but its true origin is uncertain. The fruit is oblate to oblique in shape. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). The skin is deep green in colour, turning pale yellow when fully ripe. The yellowish flesh is sweet, crisp, tender and juicy.Eating
Greendale [10] Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1938P McIntosh x Lodi. A green apple.Eating, cooking
Green Newtown (see Newtown Pippin)
Green Seek No Further [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001255.jpg L.I.[ clarification needed ] US<1855Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, very good. Stalk short. Tree slow in growth.EatingUse October–January
Greensleeves [6] agm [131] [30] Greensleeves on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1980-077).jpg Kent, England1966Golden Delicious × James Grieve; good garden apple, with a pleasant but unexceptional flavour. Width 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in), height 57–60 mm (2.2–2.4 in). Stalk 20–22 mm (0.79–0.87 in). Likely named for famous Renaissance-era song. Can be susceptible to scab.EatingPickE late September; use September–November
Greenup's Pippin (a.k.a. Yorkshire Beauty, Greenup's Apfel) [27] [11] [12] Wordsworth House 2015 63.jpg Yorkshire, England<1800A first rate early culinary apple. Flesh tender, juicy, and with an agreeable acidity. Width 60–77 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 46–74 mm (1.8–2.9 in). Cells elliptical, axile.Eating, cookingPickE mid-September. Use October–December
Grenadier [6] agm [132] [30] [12] Apple 'Grenadier' - Cooking Apple (9655591940).jpg England1862 (documented)Possibly one of the strangest of all British apples: it is ribbed and lumpy with a tough coat, looking as though it has taken a beating. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 10–12 mm (0.39–0.47 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile, wide open. Grenadier cooks down to cream-coloured puree with a superb apple flavour. Makes an excellent apple jam. Poor keeper. Reliably heavy annual bearer. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1883. Good disease resistance.CookingPickE mid-August; use August–October
Grimes Golden (a.k.a. Grimes Golden Pippin) [6] [8] [9] [70] [26] [25] Grimes Golden crop from brown brothers catalog.jpg Brooke County, West Virginia, US1804A medium-sized roundish to slightly oblong apple. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Greenish-yellow skin, ripening to a clear yellow, stem cavity sometimes russeted, covered with yellow or russet dots. The yellowish-white flesh is crisp and tender, with a rich, spicy, sugary-sweet flavour. A good all-purpose dessert and cooking apple, Grimes also makes a strong single-variety cider. Excellent keeper. Grimes Golden is the parent of the ubiquitous Golden Delicious. Relatively rare among apples, Grimes Golden is self-fertile. Original tree discovered near a known orchard of John Chapman (Johnny Appleseed). DBH 147.Cider, cooking, eatingPick55 September 5. PickE mid-October. Use December–March
Groninger Kroon [38] Cross section of Groninger Kroon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1944-048).jpg Netherlands1875A yellow conical apple striped with red. Width 72 mm, height 70 mm. Stalk 25 mm. Flesh crisp, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse November - January.
Gronsvelder Klumpke [15] Cross section of Gronsvelder Klumpke, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-604).jpg NetherlandsA green apple with red overcolor (80–90%) and russet. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).Use November–April.
Grosh [8] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002243.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1855Flesh white, loose, soft, juicy, aromatic, subacid, good to very good. Tree vigorous, an annual bearer.CookingUse September–January
Gros Locard [32] [33] Fete des fruits, Locard groseille.jpg France<1849A yellow or green apple with russet. Width 105 mm (4.1 in), height 80 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).Cooking, juicePickE late October. Use December–March.
Groẞherzog Friedrich von Baden [15] Grossherzog Friedrich von Baden jm55242.jpg Germany1894A green apple. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in).EatingUse October
Grove [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002245.jpg Missouri, USIntroduced 1935P Ingram x Delicious. Tree blooms late, resistant to scab.
Grüner Stettiner (a.k.a. Grüner Winterstettiner) [14] Malus-Gruner-Stettiner.jpg Germany or Poland<1800A green apple. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 11–15 mm (0.43–0.59 in). Flesh whitish-yellow, juicy, subacid. Quality good.Cooking, drying, juicePick October. Use January–April
Guelph [6] Guelph on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1946-022).jpg Berkshire, England<1912Medium to large sized apple for use in October to December. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1913.EatingPickE early September. Use September–November.
Guldborg [5] [64] [34] Cross section of Guldborg, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-018).jpg Denmark1870A green apple striped with red(25% overcolor). Width 68mm, height 65 mm. Stalk 12mm. Flesh white, juicy, subacid, aromatic. P Maglemer x unknown.EatingPick late August. Use August - September.
Gunilla Bohuslän [79] Gunilla2008.jpg Sweden<1900Width 98 mm (3.9 in), height 98 mm (3.9 in). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in).Eating, cookingUse October–March

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Haas (a.k.a. Fall Queen) [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002253.jpg Missouri, US<1875Fruit oblate-conic, ribbed, yellow with red flush. Tree large, vigorous. Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh white, juicy, aromatic, subacid, poor.Use October–November
Hagloe [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002258.jpg New Jersey, US<1817Stalk short. Tree healthy, vigorous, productive. Flesh whitish, juicy, acid.CookingUse August
Halberstädter Jungfernapfel [27] [14] [31] Halberstadter Jungfernapfel jm55250.jpg Halberstädter, Germany<1885Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 74–80 mm (2.9–3.1 in). Stalk 12–20 mm (0.47–0.79 in). Flesh juicy, sweet, very good.Cooking, caking, eatingPickE mid-September. Use November–February
Hambledon Deux Ans [6] [30] [12] Cross section of Hambledon Deux Ans, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1975-019).jpg Hampshire, Englandc.1750A yellow apple with red flush. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Cells obovate, abaxile, wide open. Flesh white-yellow, dry, sweet, subacid, aromatic. Prone to bitter pit. TRIEatingPickE late September–early October; use November–April
Hammerstein (a.k.a. Minister von Hammerstein, cs. Hammersteinovo) [3] Malus Minister von Hammerstein 4418.jpg Germany1895Width 60–85 mm (2.4–3.3 in), height 50–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in), weight 100–180 g (3.5–6.3 oz). Stalk 15–25 mm (0.59–0.98 in). VitC 5.Cooking, eatingPickE early October. PickG late October–early November; use January–April
Hampus [79] [24] [23] Hampus.jpg Holland or Sweden<1820Width 66–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 47–50 mm (1.9–2.0 in). Stalk 19–26 mm (0.75–1.02 in). Flesh juicy, sweet.EatingPick late August–early September
Hanaskogsäpple [24] Hanaskogsapple.jpg Sweden1873A yellow apple. Width 61 mm (2.4 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in).EatingPick September; use September
Haralson [10] [78] Pomological Watercolor POM00002262.jpg Minnesota, USIntroduced 1923P Malinda x Wealthy. Red colour and large, moderately conspicuous dots. Crisp and juicy with a tart flavour. Excellent choice for pies.Cooking, eating, ciderPick45 September 3. Pick55 August 27.
Harberts Renette (a.k.a. Harbert, Harbert's Reinette, Harbert's reinettenartiger Rambour, fr. Reinette Harbert) [23] [3] [31] [15] [27] [33] Malus Harberts Renette 4442.jpg Germany<1820Yellow with red flush. Width 87 mm (3.4 in), height 67–78 mm (2.6–3.1 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Flesh is crisp, juicy, subacid. VitC 21. TRIEating, cooking, baking, drying, juice.PickE early October. PickG early October; use December–January
Harrison (a.k.a. Harrison Cider) [8] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00002268.jpg New Jersey, US1770Yellow skin, sometimes red-blush, black spots, small size, sweet, rich and dry.Cider
Harvey [30] [6] Cross section of Harvey, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1920-016).jpg England1629A green apple. Width 76–93 mm (3.0–3.7 in), height 68–81 mm (2.7–3.2 in). Stalk 12–18 mm (0.47–0.71 in). Flesh white-yellow, dry, sweet.CookingPickE mid-September; use September–January
Hatsuaki [17] Cross section of Hatsuaki, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-042).jpg JapanIntroduced 1976P Jonathan x Golden Delicious. Flesh juicy, sweet, good.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–December.
Hauxapfel [4] [3] Haux Apfel jm55252.jpg Germany1925A German cider apple. Sugar-acid-ratio 9:1. Flesh; greenish-white, juicy, subacid.CiderPickG late October. Use November–March
Havelgold [133] GermanyP: Undine x Auralia. Flesh sharp and aromatic.CookingPick October; use December–February
Hawaii 1945 (introduced)Noted for pineapple-like taste.Eating
Hawley [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002284.jpg New York, US<1855Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh whitish, tender, juicy, subacid, very good. Tree vigorous, bears annually. Susceptible to scab.EatingPick September; use September
Hawthornden(cs. Hawthorndenské) [12] [24] [33] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 052.jpg Scotlandc.1780Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Cells oblate or obovate, abaxile. Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy. VitC 16.CookingPickE mid-September. Use October–November
Hector Macdonald [13] Cross section of Hector MacDonald, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-101).jpg Berkshire, EnglandIntroduced 1906Pale yellowish-green. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Flesh very crisp, juicy, acid. AM from RHS in 1904.CookingPickE mid–late September. Use October–February
Helios [3] [19] Cross section of Helios, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-041).jpg Müncheberg/Mark, GermanyIntroduced 1969.A yellow apple striped with red. P Oldenburg x unknown. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in), weight 115 g (4.1 oz). Stalk 20–30 mm (0.79–1.18 in). Flesh;aromatic, subacid.Cooking, eatingPickG early August; use August
Hendrick Sweet see Sweet Winesap
Herefordshire Beefing [6] [12] Herefordshire, England<1800A yellow apple with red flush. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, axile, closed. Flesh greenish white, subacid.PickE early October; use November–January
Herefordshire Pearmain (a.k.a. Royal Pearmain, Old Pearmain) [9] [11] [8] [12] [57] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00000354.jpg Possibly England<1800Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). Cells roundish obovate, axile, closed. Flesh vinous, crisp, juicy spicy, aromatic, subacid, very good.Eating, cookingUse December–February
Herefordshire Russet

Cross section of Herefordshire Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-017).jpg

Kent, England2002Cox's Orange Pippin x Idared. Rich, aromatic flavour. Crops well.EatingPick early October; stores until January
Herma [3] Cross section of Herma, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1977-093).jpg GermanyWidth 84 mm (3.3 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in), weight 250 g (8.8 oz). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in).Cooking, eatingPickE late October. PickG mid–late October; use December–March
Herrings Pippin (a.k.a. Herring's Seedling) [6] [134] [52] [30] [13] [29] Cross section of Herring's Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-011).jpg Lincolnshire, England1908, introduced 1917Large round conical, rather ribbed, greenish yellow with red flush and stripes. Flesh pale yellow with spicy aromatic flavour. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 68–76 mm (2.7–3.0 in). Stalk 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in). P Cox Orange x Cellini. AM from RHS in 1920.Eating, cookingPickE early September; use September–November
Herrnhut (a.k.a. Schöner von Herrnhut) [19] [3] Apfelgalerie Schoner-von-Herrnhut.jpg Saxonia, Germany1880A greenish yellow apple with red flush. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in), weight 95 g (3.4 oz). Stalk 15–25 mm (0.59–0.98 in). Flesh; soft, juicy, subacid. Density 0.65Cooking, eatingPickE mid-September. PickG mid-September; use October–December
Herzogin Olga [27] Herzogin Olga jm55251.jpg Germany<1860Width 72–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 61–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in). Stalk 27 mm (1.1 in).Cooking, eatingPick late August; use September
Heta [37] FinlandIntroduced 1996A red apple roundish to conical. P Lobo x Huvitus.EatingPick late September
Heusgen's Golden Reinette (a.k.a. Peter Heusgen's Gold-Reinette) [6] Cross section of Heusgen's Golden Reinette, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-053).jpg Germany1877A yellow apple with red flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk medium. Flesh yellow, crisp, subacid.Eating, cookingPickE early October; use December–March
Heyer 12 [10] Saskatchewan, CanadaIntroduced c.1940A greenish yellow apple. Very cold-tolerant. Flesh juicy, acid.EatingUse mid-August–October
Hibernal [25] [26] Cross section of Hibernal, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-061).jpg Russia<1870Fruit large, oblate-conic, yellow with red flush. Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, firm, coarse, juicy, subacid, fair to good. TRIPickE early September. Use September–January
Hiester (a.k.a. Heaster, Heister) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000371.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1875Flesh white, crisp, juicy, subacid, good. Tree vigorous, productive.EatingUse November–March
Higby Sweet (a.k.a. Lady Blush) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000542.jpg US<1875Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh white, tender, juicy, sweet, very good to best. Tree early and good bearer.EatingUse November–January
High Canons [13] EnglandIntroduced 1887Yellow with red flush. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). FCC from RHS in 1884. Flesh extremely crisp, acid, cooking well.CookingUse until April
Hightop Sweet [135] [136] Plymouth, Massachusetts, US>1640Frog green-yellow skin with an occasional pink blush. Ribbed. May have some tiny white spots on the skin.Eating, cooking
High View Pippin [6] [29] Cross section of High View Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1928-004).jpg Weybridge, Surrey, England1911Small to medium-sized apple. Award of Merit from RHS in 1928.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–March
Hildesheimer Goldrenette [14] [31] Malus Hildesheimer Goldrenette 4440.jpg Lower Saxony, Germany<1889A green apple with red flush. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh whitish-yellow, juicy, subacid. Quality is good for eating.Eating, dryingPick October; use December–March
Himmelstalund [24] Himmelstalund Apple.jpg Sweden<1870Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Flesh juicy, aromatic.EatingUse October–November
Histon Favourite (a.k.a. Chiver's Seedling) [6] [29] Cambridgeshire, England<1883Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk variable. Flesh soft, juicy, sweet.Eating, cookingPickE late September; use October–December
Hoadley [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19557967008).jpg US<1894W 91, H 65. Stalk 22 mm. Flesh white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good.CookingUse September- November
Hoary Morning [6] [12] [33] [27] Cross section of Hoary Morning, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1916-009).jpg Possibly Somerset, England<1819Yellow with red stripes. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh, white, dry.Cider, cooking, eatingPickE mid-September; use October–December
Hog Island Sweet [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000379.jpg New York, US<1857Flesh yellow, juicy, crisp, tender, aromatic, very sweet, good to very good. Stalk short.EatingUse September–October
Holiday [137] Ohio, USIntroduced 1964P Macoun x Jonathan. Flesh; crisp, juicy, sweet, vinous.Eating, cooking, bakingPick October 10 (in Ohio). PickE mid-October. Use November–December.
Holland Pippin (a.k.a. Summer Pippin, Pie Apple) [9] [8] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000382.jpg Ontario, Canada or US<1820Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Seeds sometimes imperfect. Flavor not agreeable for eating. Flesh white, crisp, tender, very juicy, subacid, good to very good. One of the very best kitchen apples.Cooking, piePickE mid-October. Use October–November
Holland Winter [25] [26] A green apple. Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Tree vigorous. Flesh white, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse December–May
Holstein(a.k.a. Holsteiner Cox) [6] [30] [138] [3] Malus-Holsteiner-Cox.jpg Germany1918, introduced 1950An apple with a Cox-like flavour. Width 67–73 mm (2.6–2.9 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 9–15 mm (0.35–0.59 in). Flesh crisp, juicy, subacid.EatingPickE late September. PickG mid–late October: Pickg September 23–October 7. Use November–January
Honeycrisp [139] [43] Honeycrisp-Apple.jpg Minnesota, US1960, introduced 1991Has excellent eating and keeping qualities. Width 83 mm, height 73 mm. Yellow with 47% red overcolor. Very crisp white flesh is slightly tart with a strong honey-like sweetness. Quality varies from apple to apple. Developed by the University of Minnesota and best suited to cool climates. P Haralson x Keepsake.EatingPick45 September 9. Pick55 August 25.
Honeygold [65] Cross section of Honeygold (MM106), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1976-002).jpg Minnesota, USCross made 1935, selected 1947, introduced 1969P Golden Delicious x Haralson. Flesh crisp, yellow, juicy. Quality excellent. Sweet tasting fruit. Tree has very showy, light pink blossoms in spring. Ripens October 1 in Minnesota.EatingPick45 September 25. Pick55 September 10. PickE late October. Use November–December.
Hook [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19559384279).jpg US<1880A yellow apple. Width 91 mm (3.6 in), height 83 mm (3.3 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh white, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, very good.EatingUse October–November
Hoover (a.k.a. Wattaugah) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000232.jpg South Carolina, US<1850Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 29 mm (1.1 in). Flesh yellowish, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse November–February
Horace [10] Ontario, CanadaSelected 1912P Langford Beauty x unknown. A medium size highly colored, striped apple. Most nearly resembles Fameuse.Use September–November
Hormead Pearmain [6] [52] [13] [12] Pomological Watercolor POM00003174.jpg Hertfordshire, England<1826Medium conical, greenish yellow with light brown flush. Flesh crisp, very juicy and pleasant. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk short. Cells roundish, obovate, axile. AM from RHS in 1900.CookingPickE early October. Use December–May
Horneburger Pfannkuchenapfel [6] [3] Horneburger Pfannkuchen (Apfel) jm29913 ji.jpg GermanyFlesh; white, juicy, subacid.Cooking, Eating, Juice.PickG early - mid October. Pickg September 10–30. Use January - March.
Horse (a.k.a. Haas, Yellow Hoss) [8] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002460.jpg North Carolina, US<1850Width 81–83 mm (3.2–3.3 in), height 71–72 mm (2.8–2.8 in). Stalk 21–22 mm (0.83–0.87 in). Flesh yellow, tender, pleasant, subacid.Cooking, dryingUse 31 July–1 August
Houblon [6] [13] Cross section of Houblon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-013).jpg Berkshire England<1901P Peasgood Nonsuch x Cox Orange. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk long. Raised by Charles Ross. Award of Merit from RHS in 1901.EatingPickE late September; use October–January
Hounslow Wonder [29] Cross section of Hounslow Wonder, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1941-030).jpg England<1910Orange-yellow with scarlet flush and stripes. Stalk short. AM from RHS in 1910.EatingPickE mid-September. Use September–October
Howgate Wonder [6] agm [140] [30] [29] Cross section of Howgate Wonder (LA 65A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1962-016).jpg Isle of Wight, England1960Makes a lot of juice. Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Flesh creamy-white, firm. P Annie Elizabeth x Peasgood Nonsuch.CookingPickE early October; use October to March
Hubbard's Pearmain [11] [12] Pomological Watercolor POM00000398.jpg Norfolk, England<1800One of the richest flavoured dessert apples. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Cells obovate, axile.EatingPickE early to mid-October. Use November–April
Hubbardston Nonsuch (a.k.a. John May, Hubbardston, Old Town Pippin, fr. Non-pareille de Hubbardston) [70] [9] [26] [25] [141] [27] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00000400.jpg Massachusetts, US<1860Width 78–86 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 70–77 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Stalk 17–28 mm (0.67–1.10 in). Flesh yellow juicy.EatingPickE mid-October. Use October–January
Humboldt [10] California, USIntroduced 1944P Transcedent x unknown.
Hunt's Duke of Gloucester [11] Cross section of Hunt's Duke of Gloucester, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-508).jpg Gloucestershire, Englandc.1820A desert apple of first rate qualityEatingPickE mid-September. Use December–February
Hunt's Early [13] [29] Cross section of Hunt's Early, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1999-080).jpg Englandc.1800Yellow with brown-red flush. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 46 mm (1.8 in). P Margaret x Reinette de Hollande. Flesh soft, pale yellow, good.EatingPick mid-August. Use August.

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Idagold [10] Cross section of Idagold, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-045).jpg Idaho, USIntroduced 1944P Esopus Spitzenburg x Wagener.EatingPickE mid-October. Use January–March.
Idajon [10] [7] Cross section of Idajon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-046).jpg Idaho, USSelected 1936, Introduced 1949P Wagener x Jonathan. Ripens 10 days before Jonathan. Cold storage3-4oC 120 days.EatingPickE late October. Use December–January.
Idared [6] agm [142] [3] [30] [7] Malus-Idared.jpg Moscow, Idaho, USSelected 1935, introduced 1942A medium-sized deep red apple. Crisp white flesh is tart and juicy, and can be somewhat bland if eaten out of hand, however, Idared is an exceptional cooking apple. Flesh keeps is shape, and the flavour becomes much stronger with cooking. An excellent keeping apple, Idared remains hardy and durable in proper storage for as long as 8 months. Idared is a cross between Jonathan and Wagener developed at the University of Idaho. Width 65–90 mm (2.6–3.5 in), height 50–75 mm (2.0–3.0 in), weight 150–180 g (5.3–6.3 oz). Stalk 18–30 mm (0.71–1.18 in). Prone to canker, scab, very prone to mildew. Cold storage 2-3oC 180 days. Density 0.79Cooking, eatingPick45 October 4. Pick55 September 20. PickE mid-October. PickG late October. Pickg October 1–25. Use December–April
Imperatriz [17] BrazilIntroduced 1997P Gala x Mollie's Delicious. Flesh sweet, subacid.Eating
Improved Blaxtayman 201. [10] Washington, USIntroduced 1944Mutation of Stayman Winesap
Indo [5] Pomological Watercolor POM00000217.jpg Japan<1930Flesh greenis-yellow, sweet, very firm.EatingPickE mid to late October. Use January - March.
Ingol [4] [3] [7] Malus-Ingol.jpg Germany1954A red apple. Weight 184 g (6.5 oz). P Ingrid Marie x Golden Delicious. Cold storage 1oC 120 days.EatingPickG late September–early October. PickE early October. Pickg September 23–October 7. Use October–January
Ingrid Marie [6] [3] [24] [31] [7] Ingrid Marie (apple).jpg Flemlöse, Denmark1910, introduced 1936.A medium size (90–180 g (3.2–6.3 oz)) red apple. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 12–25 mm (0.47–0.98 in). P Cox Orange x Cox Pomona. Flesh: juicy, subacid. The most popular eating apple in Sweden. Cold storage 4oC 100 days. Density 0.80EatingPickE late September.Pickg September 15–30. Use November–February
Irish Peach [6] [12] [23] [30] Cross section of Irish Peach, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-051).jpg Kilkenny, Ireland19th centuryExcellent for baking. Early harvest. Width 61–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 48–55 mm (1.9–2.2 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).Cells obovate, axile, open. More difficult to find within land of origin due to primary use for export to UK. Hardy, tastes very good straight off tree.Cooking, eatingPickE mid–late August; use August–September

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Jacobs Sweet [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000419.jpg Massachusetts, USc.1860A round yellow apple. Flesh yellow, firm, tender, crisp, juicy, aromatic, very sweet, good.EatingUse October–April
Jakob Fischer [4] [3] Apfel-Jakob Fischer.jpg Germany1903A yellow apple with red flush. Flesh; juicy, subacid.EatingPickG September; use September–October
Jakob Lebel (cs. Lebelovo, fr. Jacques Lebel) [3] [23] [95] [33] [27] [7] Malus-Jakob-Lebel.jpg Amiens, France1825, introduced 1849.A very large apple. Width 82–94 mm (3.2–3.7 in), height 63–73 mm (2.5–2.9 in). Weight 185 g (6.5 oz). Stalk 10–25 mm (0.39–0.98 in). Flesh; soft, juicy, subacid to acid. Cold storage 2oC 150 days. VitC 8. Density 0.81 TRICooking, juicePickG mid-September; use October–December.
Jamba [3] [7] Malus Jamba 4413.jpg Germany1954. Introduced 1969.Flesh; aromatic, juicy, subacid. Cold storage 4oC 60 days.EatingPickE early September. PickG mid-August–early September. Pickg August 23–September 7. Use August–October.
James Grieve [6] agm [143] [23] [3] [30] [7] James Grieve jm55270.jpg Edinburgh, Scotland1893Good taste, but poor keeper (bruises easily). Width 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in). Weight 140 g (4.9 oz). Stalk 15–33 mm (0.59–1.30 in). AM from RHS in 1897. FCC from RHS in 1906. Prone to scab, canker, resistant to mildew. Flesh; soft, juicy, aromatic, subacid to sweet. Cold storage 4oC 60 days. VitC 7. Density 0.76Cooking, eatingPickE early September. Pickg August 25–September 7. Use September–October
Jaspi [37] FinlandIntroduced 1980A red apple. P Lobo x Huvitus. Flesh sweet, subacid, aromatic, good.EatingPick September; use September–October
Jaune [32] [33] Montfort, Sarthe, France<1860A yellow apple. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in).Use January–May
Jazz (Scifresh) [118] Jazz apples.jpg New Zealand Cross made 1985, introduced 2007Bright red round apple with subtle yellow under-striping. Tart to sweet, dense and very crunchy with effervescent texture. From sweet Royal Gala × firm, tart Braeburn. Widely sold commercially in the UK.EatingPick 1 week before Braeburn
Jefferies [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000425.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1849Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 53–57 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, crisp, tender, subacid, aromatic, very good. DBH 116.EatingPick50 September 1. PickE mid-September. Use September–December.
Jerseymac [3] [144] [7] New Jersey, USCross made 1956, selected 1961, introduced 1971.A green apple flushed with red (50–75%). Width 70–73 mm (2.8–2.9 in). Flesh; juicy, aromatic, subacid. Cold storage 3-4oC 90 days.EatingPickG mid-August. Use August.
Jersey Sweet [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002543.jpg US<1820Width 72–90 mm (2.8–3.5 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 13–17 mm (0.51–0.67 in). Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, aromatic, very sweet, good to very good.BakingUse August–October
Jewett Red [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002549.jpg New Hampshire, US<1850Yellow with red flush. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, aromatic, mild subacid, good to very good.EatingUse October–February
John Standish [6] [30] Cross section of John Standish, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1923-050).jpg Berkshire, EnglandRaised 1873, introduced 1921Yellow-white flat-round apple, 50–75% flushed. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 54–57 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 15–23 mm (0.59–0.91 in). AM from RHS in 1922.EatingPick mid-October; use December–February
Jonadel [7] Cross section of Jonadel, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1963-112).jpg Iowa, USRaised 1923, introduced 1958Parentage Jonathan x Red Delicious. Cold storage 2oC 150 days.Eating
Jonafree (a.k.a. Co-op 22) [145] Cross section of Jonafree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-052).jpg Urbana, Illinois, USSelected 1972, introduced 1979Flesh yellow, fine grained, crisp, juicy. Tree is vigorous. Width 63–76 mm (2.5–3.0 in), height 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). P: (14-644 x Jonathan) x (Gallia Beauty x Red Spy).EatingPick45 September 10. Pick55 September 1. Use September–October.
Jonagold [6] agm [146] [3] [17] [147] [7] Malus-Jonagold.jpg Geneva, New York, UScross made 1953, first fruited 1953, introduced 1968P Golden Delicious x Jonathan. Popular in Europe and land of origin. Width 60–90 mm (2.4–3.5 in), height 60–85 mm (2.4–3.3 in). Weight 150–200 g (5.3–7.1 oz). Stalk 15–35 mm (0.59–1.38 in). Several highly coloured strains are available. Widely sold commercially in the United Kingdom. Cold storage 0-1oC 90 days. Density 0.82 TRIEating, cookingPick45 October 4. Pick55 September 15. Pickg September 23 –October 15. Use October–March.
Jonagrimes [10] Indiana, USIntroduced 1920s.P unknown. A yellow apple streaked with red.Eating, cookingRipens two weeks ahead of Jonathan.
Jonamac [17] Geneva, New York, US1972P McIntosh x Jonathan.EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 August 26.
Jonared [10] Cross section of Jonared, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-004).jpg Washington, USDiscovered 1930. Introduced 1934Mutation of Jonathan.
Jonathan (cs. Jonathan, Džóetn, ru. Djonathan) [9] [30] [23] [26] [125] [31] [12] [25] [27] [16] Malus-Jonathan.jpg Kingston, New York, US1820sTart taste. Mostly red apple with patches of lime green. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 58–61 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Weight 95–110 g (3.4–3.9 oz). Stalk 8–18 mm (0.31–0.71 in). Cells obovate, axile, slit. VitC 9-25. Density 0.77 Does well in cooler areas; some frost resistance. DBH 139–145.Cooking (pie), eatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 5. PickE early October. Pickg September 23–October 15. Use November–April.
Jonwin [10] California, USIntroduced 1944P Jonathan x Baldwin.Pick early October; use November–April
Joybells [6] Cross section of Joybells, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-183).jpg Surrey, England1914Pale yellow, 25–75% flushed red. Flesh crisp, juicy and sweet, with pleasant flavour. AGM from RHS in 1922. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk variable.EatingPick late September; use October–March
Joyce [107] Ottawa, CanadaRaised 1898, selected 1912, introduced 1924.A green apple with red overcolor. Width 64–81 mm (2.5–3.2 in), height 56–69 mm (2.2–2.7 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh: white, soft, sweet. DBH 107EatingPick50 August 21.
Jubilee [10] B.C. CanadaIntroduced 1939P McIntosh x Grimes Golden. Flesh cream-colored, firm, crisp, juicy.Pick 3 weeks later than McIntosh. Use until February.
Judson [26] The apples of New York (1905) (19559330359).jpg Iowa, US<1899Greenish yellow with red flush. Width 99 mm (3.9 in), height 85 mm (3.3 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh white, firm, crisp, juicy, fair to good.EatingUse October–December
Juliet [148] Illinois, USCross made 1970, selected 1977A green apple with red overcolor (60–90%). Width 64–76 mm (2.5–3.0 in), height 56–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Stalk 20–23 mm (0.79–0.91 in). Flesh yellow, firm, crisp, fruity, subacid. SS 14.7Eating, cookingPick: 2–3 weeks after Delicious.
Julita Gylling [28] Julita Gylling Apple.jpg SwedenYellow with red flush. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 10–30 mm (0.39–1.18 in).Cooking, eatingPick September; use October–December
Julyred [3] Cross section of Julyred, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-061).jpg New Jersey, USIntroduced 1962Width 62–70 mm, height 53–61 mm. Stalk 24 mm. Flesh white, soft, juicy, subacid.EatingPickG late July - early August.
Junaluska North Carolina, USc.1815Once thought to be extinct but rediscovered in 2001 in rural North Carolina. Native American origin. Named for Cherokee chief Junaluska, leader in Battle of Horseshoe Bend, believed to have planted original tree. Extremely russeted and ugly apple but very hardy tree with superior taste to commercial varieties.Cooking, cider, eating
Junami (a.k.a. Diwa, Milwa) Junami.jpg Switzerlandc. 2010A cross between Idared and Maigold with Elstar. Beautifully round, fresh and fruity taste with a crunchy bite.Cooking, eating
June Wealthy [10] Ohio, USIntroduced 1947P Wealthy x unknown. A dark red apple. Ripens with Yellow Transparent.
Juno [3] [19] Müncheberg/Mark, GermanyIntroduced 1971A yellow to green apple with red overcolor. Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in), weight 190 g (6.7 oz). Stalk 15–22 mm (0.59–0.87 in). Flesh, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Density 0.83Eating, cooking, juicePick October; use January–May
Junost [37] Russia1938A yellow apple. P Gulkanel x Transparante Blanche. Flesh juicy, sweet, good.Eating, cookingPick September
Jupiter agm [149] [42] Malus-Jupiter.jpg Englandraised 1966, introduced 1981A large, round, slightly conic apple. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Light yellow-green skin with a red-orange blush and stripes. Strong apple flavour is well-balanced between sweet and sharp. Cross of Cox's Orange Pippin and Starking Delicious (a red sport of Delicious), apple retains Cox's flavour, but tree is easier to grow. TRI.EatingPickE early October. Use October–January.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Kaighn(a.k.a. Kaighn Spitzenburg) [9] [26] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002613.jpg Gloucester County, New Jersey, US<1830Flesh yellow, juicy, tender. Tree vigorous.Cooking, DryingUse November- January
Kaiser Wilhelm [3] [95] [7] Malus Kaiser Wilhelm 4409.jpg Germany1864A large apple width 94 mm, height 80 mm,(170 g (6.0 oz)). Stalk 18 mm. Harberts Reinette x unknown. Flesh; dry subacid. Cold storage 2oC 180 days. VitC 15. Density 0.77Eating, cookingPickE early October. PickG mid October. Use November–March
Kalemčica [18] MontenegroA green apple. Russet in stalk cavity. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in), weight 76 g (2.7 oz). Stalk short to medium. Flesh cream colored, juicy, sweet. Disease resistant.Eating, cooking, ciderPick September; use September–March
Kalmar Glasäpple [23] Kalmar glasapple.jpg Sweden18th century [150] The body is light yellow, and the taste is a mix of acidity and sweetness. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 8–15 mm (0.31–0.59 in). Harvesting may begin in early October and it is typically fully ripe in early December.Cooking, eating
Kalterer Böhmer(ru. Kalteter Böhmer, Mantuanskoe, Nariadnoe, Zimnee raspisnoe) [14] [16] [7] Kalterer Bohmer jm55271.jpg South Tyrolean, Austria<1900A yellow apple with red flush (75%). Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Flesh, white, subacid, aromatic, good. Cold storage 2oC 180 days.Eating, cookingPick October; use November–February
Kanzi (Nicoter) Kanzi.png Belgium1991 Gala × Braeburn. Crunchy, juicy, sweet, slightly tangier than Gala.Eating
Karapash [18] AlbaniaYellow to green with red stripes. Width 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), weight 110–150 g (3.9–5.3 oz). Stalk short to medium. Flesh white, juicy, sweet, subacid, aromatic. Sensitive to apple scab.EatingPick late October
Kardinal Bea [4] [3] Malus Kardinal Bea 4405.jpg Germany1930A German cider apple. Sugar-acid-ratio 15:1. Flesh; greenish-white, juicy, subacid.Cider, juicePickG early October; use October–February
Karmeliter Renette (see Reinette de Carmes)
Karmijn de Sonnaville (a.k.a. Karminj) [3] [42] [7] Malus - Karmijn de Sonnaville.JPG Wageningen, NetherlandsCross made 1949, introduced 1971Yellow ground colour when ripe, with red flush, and russet depending on the season. Large apple, though shape can be irregular. Cold storage 4oC 90 days. TRICooking, juice, eatingPickE early October. PickG early–mid-October. Pickg September 23–October 7. Use October–December.
Kasseler Renette (see Dutch Mignonne)
Katy (apple) (a.k.a. Katja) [30] [151] Katja (apple).jpg Balsgård, Fjälkestad, SwedenCross made 1947, selected 1955, introduced 1966.Early eating apple with red skin and pale cream flesh. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in). Well suited to Northern European climate.EatingPickE early September; use September–early October
Kavlås [24] [23] Kavlas.jpg Sweden<1820Width 80–87 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 70–79 mm (2.8–3.1 in). Stalk 20–30 mm (0.79–1.18 in). Flesh juicy, sweet, subacid, good.EatingPick early October; use October–December
Kendall [10] Geneva, New YorkIntroduced 1932Large, dark red. P McIntosh x ZusoffEatingPickE early October.
Keepsake [152] [42] Minnesota, USCross made 1936, selected 1947, introduced 1978A green apple with red overcolor. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh: light yellow, hard crisp, juicy, sweet, aromatic, good. DBH 155–170.Eating, pie
Kent (see Malling Kent)
Kentucky Long Stem [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002033.jpg Kentucky, US<1850Flesh greenish white, sweet, subacid.EatingUse December–March
Kerry Pippin [6] [36] [12] County Antrim, Irelandc.1805Pale to golden yellow flesh. Delightful spicy taste. Well suited to Ireland's moist, cool climate. Width 54–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in), height 44–56 mm (1.7–2.2 in). Stalk 15–26 mm (0.59–1.02 in). Cells round to obovate, axile.EatingPickE late August; use August–September. Denmark pick mid-September, use October–November.
Keswick Codlin (a.k.a. Keswick) [6] [30] [26] [9] [12] The apples of New York (1905) (19738799652).jpg EnglandIntroduced 1790A yellow apple. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 9 mm (0.35 in). Cells ovate, abaxile. Flesh yellowish white, soft, acid.CookingPickE mid–late August; use August–October
Kidd's Orange Red [6] agm [153] [3] [7] New Zealand1924Cox's Orange Pippin × Delicious. Yellow skin with orange red flush. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Chewy rather than crunchy. Flesh; crisp, juicy, aromatic. Cold storage 4oC 90 days.EatingPickE mid-October. PickG late September–early October. Use November–January.
Kim [24] Kim Apple.jpg Sweden1955Yellow apple with red overcolour. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). P Cortland x Ingrid Marie.Eating, cookingPickE late September; use October–March
King Albert [29] Cross section of King Albert, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-054).jpg England<1936Large yellow striped with scarlet. Stalk short.Cooking
King David [29] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002497.jpg Arkansas, US1893. Introduced 1902Yellow with red stripes. P Jonathan x Winesap.Cooking, eatingPickE mid-October. Use October–November
King Georg V [6] [29] Cross section of King George V, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-067).jpg Isle of Wight, England1898P Cox Orange x unknown. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk variable. AM from RHS in 1927. Flesh white, crisp, juicy, subacid with pineapple flavour.EatingPickE mid-October; use November–March
King Harry [13] [29] England<1892Pale yellow with russet. Oval-conical. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Flesh firm, yellow, good. AM from RHS in 1892.CookingUse October–November
King of the Pippins (cs. Parména zlata, de. Winter Goldparmäne, fr. Reine des Reinettes, pl. Królowa renet, ru. Zolotoi parmen, Zimnii zoltoi parmen) [6] agm [154] [3] [32] [15] [33] [16] Cross section of King of the Pippins, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1972-030).jpg France<1800Suitable for more northerly (southerly in the Southern Hemisphere) areas with higher rainfall. Width 67–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 57–66 mm (2.2–2.6 in), weight 110 g (3.9 oz). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). VitC 18–20. Density 0.84Eating, cooking, ciderPickG mid-September–early October. PickE early October. Pickg September 15–30. Use October–February
King of Tomkins County (a.k.a. King Apple, Toms Red, Tommy Red) [8] [9] [6] [12] [13] 008king.jpg New Jersey, US<1804Width 74–87 mm (2.9–3.4 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 19–22 mm (0.75–0.87 in). Cells obovate abaxile. Flesh juicy, tender, vinous, aromatic. AM from RHS in 1900. Triploid.EatingPickE mid-October. Use December–March
King Russet agm [155] United KingdomRussetted form of King of the PippinsEating
King's Acre Bountiful [13] Cross section of King's Acre Bountiful, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1987-094).jpg Herefordshire, England<1904Creamy white. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk short. AM from RHS in 1904. Tree very fertile.CookingPickE early September. Use October–November
King's Acre Pippin [6] [30] Cross section of King's Acre Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-184).jpg England1897P Sturmer Pippin x Ribston. Width 73–82 mm (2.9–3.2 in), height 67–72 mm (2.6–2.8 in). AM from RHS in 1897. Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh white, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-October; use December–March
Kingston Black agm [156] Kingston-Black.jpg Small yellow fruits, heavily flushed with deep red. Does not bear or store well. Fruits NovemberCider
Kissabel Rouge [82] Kissabel Rouge (apple) jm154957.jpg Seiches sur le Loir, Francecross made 2006Width 78 mm. Resistant to scab.Eatingripens with Braeburn
Kleiner Fleiner [27] Kleiner Fleiner jm55230.jpg Württemberg, Germany<1794A yellow conical apple with red overcolor. Width 56–67 mm., height 53–68 mm. Stalk 10 mm. Flesh, juicy, subacid.Eating, CookingPick October. Use November - March.
Klockhammarsäpple [24] Sweden<1860A small yellow apple with red stripes. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in).Eating, cooking
Knobby Russet (a.k.a. Knobbed Russet; Old Maid's Winter Apple) [11] Knobby Russet (5207258663).jpg Sussex, England1819Green and yellow, with rough and black russet. Unusually irregular, warty and knobbly surface.Cider, eatingPickE mid-October. Use December–March
Konfetnoje (a.k.a. Konfetnaja) [37] RussiaA yellow apple with some red stripes. P Papirova x Korobovka. Flesh has a pear-like aroma.EatingPick mid–late August
Konsta [37] FinlandIntroduced 1997A red apple. P Lobo x Antonovka. Flesh white, subacid, aromatic.Eating, cookingPick mid-October
Koritschnevoje [37] Russia<1850A yellow apple with red stripes.EatingPick September; use September–October
Koritschnevoje Ananásnoje [37] Russia<1840Medium size round, green with yellow stripes.Cooking, eatingPick September, use September
Kosztela Poland16th centuryEating
Krstovača [18] MontenegroYellowish green with red flush. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in), weight 180 g (6.3 oz). Stalk medium. Flesh, firm, sweet, juicy. Disease resistant.Eating, cookingPick October; use October–April
Krupnaja [18] MontenegroA greenish-yellow apple. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in), weight 180 g (6.3 oz). Stalk short to medium. Flesh creamy white, firm, juicy, tasty.Eating, cookingPick early September; use September–October
Kugelapfel [27] Malus Kugelapfel 4401.jpg Germany<1800A green apple with red overcolor (0-15%). Width 69–98 mm, height 58–75 mm. Stalk 21 mm. Flesh subacid.CookingPick October. Use December - May.
Kuqula (a.k.a. Mollekuqja) [18] AlbaniaA yellow apple with red covering (75%). Width 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in), height 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), weight 80–100 g (2.8–3.5 oz). Flesh yellowish white, subacid, sweet, aromatic. Resistant to Venturia ineaqualis and Codling Moth. A good keeper.EatingPick early October

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Lacker [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002451.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1800Flesh white, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse January–March
Lady [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003585.jpg France<1800A small apple. Width 46 mm (1.8 in), height 33 mm (1.3 in). Stalk 5–6 mm (0.20–0.24 in). Flesh white, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, aromatic, mild subacid, good to very good.EatingUse December–May
Lady Alice Lady Alice apple from supermarket in Seattle.jpg Washington, US1979Medium-sized, roundish oblate with thin yellow-green skin with an orange blush and bright red stripes. Crisp yellowish-white flesh is sweet with hints of honey and almond. Don Emmons purchased a neglected orchard of Red Delicious near Gleed, Washington, in 1978. While cultivating between trees, a disc from the plow hit the base of a tree. The injury caused a new shoot to grow from the rootstock (likely a seedling grown from a pip). The shoot was allowed to grow and bear fruit which Emmons named for his mother, Alice. [157]
Lady Henniker [6] [12] [30] [13] [158] Cross section of Lady Henniker, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-056).jpg Thornham Hill, Suffolk, England1840–1850Large, oblong, ribbed. Flesh is sweet and spicy, firm, rather coarse textured. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. TRIEating, cookingPickE early October. Use November–January
Lady's Sweet (a.k.a. Pommeroy, Roa Yon) [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000549.jpg US<1860Yellowish-green with red flush. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 14–20 mm (0.55–0.79 in). Flesh crisp, tender, juicy with a delicious perfumed flavor, very good to best.EatingUse December–May
Lady Sudely [6] [30] [13] Pomological Watercolor POM00000545.jpg Petworth, England1849, introduced 1885A golden yellow apple with 50–100% red flush. Width 67–74 mm (2.6–2.9 in), height 57–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Stalk 5–10 mm (0.20–0.39 in). Flesh creamy white, juicy and subacid.EatingPickE mid-August; Use August–September
Lady Williams [5] Cross section of Lady Williams, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1978-136).jpg Australiac1935A green apple with red flush. Width 70–78 mm. Height 65–70 mm. Stalk short. Flesh: firm, crispEatingPick November. Use January - May.
Lagatorka [18] MontenegroYellow with red stripes (90%). Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in), weight 149 g (5.3 oz). Stalk medium. Flesh very juicy, acid, good.EatingPick early October; Use October–March
Lakeland [10] [78] Minnesota, USIntroduced 1950A red apple. P Malinda x Wealthy.EatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Lamb Abbey Pearmain [12] Pomological Watercolor POM00000229.jpg Kent, England1804A small yellow apple streaked and striped with red. Width 57 mm, height 51 mm. Stalk 6–13 mm. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh: yellowish-white, firm, crisp, very juicy, subacid, rich vinous flavour.EatingUse January–April
Lancaster Greening (a.k.a. Lancaster Pippin) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000230.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1870A green apple with russet. Flesh yellow, juicy, pleasant, subacid.EatingUse December–May
Landsberger Reinette (a.k.a. Landsberger, cs. Landsberská reneta, fr. Reinette de Landsberg) [6] [11] [3] [26] [15] [34] [33] [7] Landsberger Reinette.jpg Gorzow Wielkopolski, Poland1840An excellent apple for eating or cooking. Width 79–87 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 64–78 mm (2.5–3.1 in), weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Stalk 14–22 mm (0.55–0.87 in).Cold storage 0oC 150 days. VitC 3–6. Density 0.75Cooking, eatingPickE late September. Pickg September 20–October 15. Use October–January.
Lane's Prince Albert [6] [12] [13] [23] [3] agm [159] [30] [15] Lane's Prince Albert.jpg Berkhampstead, Hertfordshire, England1841, introduced 1857Green with orange blush. Makes a good apple crumble for Christmas: peak ripening happens in winter. Width 65–97 mm (2.6–3.8 in), height 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), weight 115–200 g (4.1–7.1 oz). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile. Resistant to scab, very prone to mildew, prone to canker. P Russet Nonpareil x Dumelow's Seedling. VitC 13.CookingPickE early October; use December–March
Langeland [23] Denmark<1800Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 80 mm (3.1 in). Prone to canker.Eating
Langley Pippin [6] [52] [13] Cross section of Langley Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1978-272).jpg Chelsea, Buckinghamshire, EnglandMedium, tall, conical, brightly striped red. Flesh yellowish, soft and well flavoured. P Cox Orange x Gladstone.EatingUse August
Lansingburgh [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002514.jpg Possibly Ohio, US<1810Flesh firm, subacid.Cooking, eatingUse November–May
Large Bough (see Sweet Bough)
Late Strawberry (a.k.a. Autumn Strawberry) [8] [25] [26] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002605.jpg Aurora, New York, US<1848Whitish with red flush. Width 73–79 mm (2.9–3.1 in), height 63–69 mm (2.5–2.7 in). Stalk 22–24 mm (0.87–0.94 in). Flesh, yellow, fine, crisp juicy, vinous, subacid, very good.EatingUse October–December
Lawver [8] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002524.jpg Possibly Kansas, US<1850Width 61 mm (2.4 in), height 46 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Biennial. Flesh white, firm, crisp, aromatic, subacid. Stalk medium.EatingUse January–May
Laxton's Advance (see Advance)
Laxton's Early Crimson [52] [30] Laxton's Early Crimson (LA 69A) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1975-304).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1908. Introduced 1931.Width 51–67 mm (2.0–2.6 in), height 51–63 mm (2.0–2.5 in). Stalk 17–21 mm (0.67–0.83 in). A green apple flushed with brownish purple. Flesh very sweet, little acidity. P Worcester Pearmain x Gladstone  [ es ].EatingPickE early August; use August
Laxton's Epicure agm [160] [30] Bedfordshire, United Kingdom1909Aromatic sweet fruit, tendency to biennial habit, bruises easily. Width 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in), height 49–54 mm (1.9–2.1 in). Stalk 30–35 mm (1.2–1.4 in). Yellow flesh with streaks of red and orange.EatingPick late August; use August–September
Laxton's Exquisite (see Exquisite)
Laxton's Favourite [52] Cross section of Laxton's Favourite, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-290).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1925, introduced 1951.Sweet crisp, juicy flesh. A yellow apple totally flushed and streaked with orange red.EatingPick late August; use September–October
Laxton's Fortune (see Fortune)
Laxton's Herald [5] Laxton's Herald on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1938-007).jpg Bedfordshire, England1906Yellow skinned flushed almost completely with red stripes.EatingPickE late August; use September.
Laxton's Imperial [29] England1907, introduced 1926 or 1928Yellow with red flush. P Cox Orange x Allington.Eating
Laxton's Leader [29] Cross section of Laxton's Leader, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-245).jpg Bedfordshire, England1905A small apple. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 46 mm (1.8 in). P Gladstone x Worcester Pearmain.EatingPickE early August; use August
Laxton's Pearmain [29] [161] Cross section of Laxton's Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1929-024).jpg Bedfordshire, England1897, introduced 1922Cellini x Cox Orange Pippin. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). AM from RHS in 1922. Raised by Laxton brothers.EatingPickE mid-October. Use October–January.
Laxton's Peerless [5] Cross section of Laxton's Peerless, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-059).jpg Bedfordshire, England1900, introduced 1922A large yellow skinned apple with scattered russet. AM from RHS in 1920. Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Flesh crisp, acid. Prone to bitter pit.EatingPickE mid-September; use September–November
Laxton's Pioneer [5] Bedfordshire, England1934Large yellow apple almost completely covered with ared flush and stripes. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in).EatingPick late September; use October–November
Laxton's Rearguard [5] Cross section of Laxton's Rearguard, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-291).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1907A greenish yellow apple with orange red blush. Width 53 mm. Height 43 mm. Stalk 20 mm. Flesh: greenish-white, firm, crisp, sweet-sharp, slightly aromatic, flavour.EatingPickE early October. Use November–January.
Laxton's Royalty [29] Cross section of Laxton's Royalty, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-098).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1908, introduced 1932.Yellow with red flush. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Cox-like aroma. Flesh sweet and juicy. P Cox Orange x Court Pendu Plat.EatingPickE late October. Use January–March.
Laxton's Superb [6] [3] [15] [7] Cross section of Red Laxton's Superb, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-067).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1897, introduced 1922P: Cellini x Cox's Orange Pippin. AM from RHS in 1919. FCC from RHS in 1921. Classic old Victorian British apple. Green with dull red flush. Firm texture, but not very good juice producer. Prone to scab. Biennial. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in), weight 105 g (3.7 oz). Stalk 10–30 mm (0.39–1.18 in). Cold storage 2oC 150 days. VitC 5. Density 0.80EatingPickg October 1–15. Use October–March
Laxton's Triumph [29] [5] Cross section of Laxton's Triumph, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1931-004).jpg Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1902. Introduced 1930.Yellow with red flush. Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). P King of the Pippins x Cox Orange. Flesh aromatic, sharp. Particularly attractive blossom.EatingPickE late October; use November–January
Laxton's Victory [5] Bedfordshire, England1926A yellow apple with brown flush. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Flesh sweet and aromatic.EatingPickE early September; use September–October
Lemoenappel [15] Lunteren, Netherlands1885. Introduced 1899.A yellow apple with orange flush. Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 78 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in).Use November–January
Lemon Pippin [6] [11] Cross section of Lemon Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-229).jpg England or France<1744A medium-sized apple. Flesh: firm, crisp, and briskly flavoured. A small tree.Cooking, eatingPickE early October. Use October–December.
Lentsche Roode [15] Possibly the NetherlandsA yellow apple with red flush (60–90%). Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in).Use October–November.
Lewis Incomparable [6] [12] England<1800Greenish yellow with 25–75% orange-red flush. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk short. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh greenish-white, dry, subacid.Cooking, eating, piePick early October; use December–February
Liberty [162] Iablonia sorta Liberti.jpg New YorkFirst fruited 1961, introduced 1978A greenish-yellow apple, red striped. Very disease-resistant. P: PRI 54-12 x Macoun. Flesh nearly white, crisp, juicy, coarse. Very similar appearance to McIntosh, relatively short storage life in air. Ripens 4 days before Delicious.EatingPick45 September 20. Pick 55 September 5. Use October–December.
Limbertwig [9] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00001949.jpg Virginia, US<1800Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in). Flesh subacid, very juicy, rich, aromatic.Cooking, eating.PickE late October. Use March–April
Limelight Cross section of Limelight, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-151).jpg Kent, England2000Greensleeves type; abundant cropping and a compact tree. A pale green apple with a smooth finish and occasional pink blush. Crisp flesh and disease resistant tree.Eating
Limonen-Reinette [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 089.jpg ?<1820A yellow apple with red overcolor. Width 66 mm, height 55 mm. Stalk 15 mm. Flesh yellowish, juicy, subacid.EatingPick October. Use January - June.
Linda [163] Linda Apple.jpg Ottawa, Ontario, CanadaSelected 1914. Introduced c. 1935A large apple. Tree vigorous.Eating
Linsenhofener Renette (a.k.a. Linsenhofer Sämling) [4] [3] Linsenhofer Samling jm55220.jpg Baden-Württemberg, GermanyA green apple with red flush. Flesh; yellowish, crisp, juicy, subacid.Cooking, cider, juice.PickG mid-October; use October–March.
Liveland Raspberry (a.k.a. Lowland Raspberry) [81] Pomological Watercolor POM00002745.jpg Livland Governorate Before 1870 (documented)A white apple with red flush. Flesh very tender, sweet.EatingPick August
Ljutaĉa (a.k.a. Kiseljaĉa) [18] MontenegroA green apple. Russet in stalk cavity. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in), weight 111 g (3.9 oz). Stalk medium. Flesh creamy green, juicy, subacid.Eating, cookingPick late October; use December–June
Lobo [6] [24] [3] [7] Lobo.2008-12-17.jpg Ottawa, Canada1897. Selected 1906. Introduced 1930A McIntosh-style apple. P McIntosh x unknown. Yellow with red overclour. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Cold storage 4oC 90 days.EatingPickE mid-September. PickG early–mid-September; use October–March
Loddington [6] [49] Cross section of Loddington, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-058).jpg Kent, Englandc.1820FCC from RHS in 1877. Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 79 mm (3.1 in). Stalk short. Flesh, soft, juicy, subacid.CookingPickE late September; use October–December
Lodgemore Nonpareil (a.k.a. Clissold's Seedling) [11] [13] Cross section of Lodgemore Nonpareil (Hoff), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1962-033).jpg Lodgemore, Gloucestershire, England1808A dessert apple of great excellence. Flesh crisp, greenish, sweet, juicy, very good.EatingPickE early October. Use February–May
Lodi [6] Pomological Watercolor POM00002720.jpg Ohio, US1911, introduced 1924Fruit pale yellow flushed with deeper yellow. P Montgomery x Yellow Transparent. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Resistant to scab. Tangy taste. DBH 80.EatingPick45 August 1. Pick50 July 27. Pick55 July 10. Use July–August
Lombarts Calville (a.k.a. Lombarts Kalvill) [7] [5] Cross section of Lombarts Calville, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-182).jpg NetherlandsRaised 1906, introduced 1911.Width 65–75 mm, height 55–65 mm. Cold storage 3oC 150 days.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November - January.
London Pippin(cs. Londýnske, Londýnský jadernáč, pl. Pepina Londynska, ru. Kalvil korolevskii, Kalvil limonnîi, Peppin Londonskii [27] [15] [12] [16] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 023.jpg England1580Yellow with red flush. Width 74–80 mm (2.9–3.1 in), height 53–59 mm (2.1–2.3 in). Stalk 15–18 mm (0.59–0.71 in). Cells round axile.VitC 8.Cooking, eating, ciderPickE mid-October; use January–March
London Sweet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002726.jpg Dayton, Ohio, US<1860A yellow apple. Stalk short. Flesh whitish, juicy, tender, sweet, aromatic, good to very good. Tree vigorous, productive.EatingUse November–February
Longfield [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002729.jpg Russia<1870Width 70–83 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 67–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in). Stalk 14–22 mm (0.55–0.87 in). Flesh, greenish, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good.EatingUse September–October
Long Island Russet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002732.jpg Long Island, US<1820Flesh yellowish, dry, sweet.CiderUse October–February
Long Red Pearmain [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002733.jpg US<1860A medium to large sized yellow apple flushed and striped with red. Flesh subacid, good.
Longstart [12] England1851A very excellent culinary apple. Width 51 mm (2.0 in), height 44 mm (1.7 in). Stalk 25 mm (0.98 in).CookingUse October–December
Lord Burghley [6] [11] [98] [30] [12] Cross section of Lord Burghley, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-061).jpg EnglandRaised 1834, Introduced 1865Small yellow with brown crimson flush. Flesh soft, highly aromatic. Width 57–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in), height 44–61 mm (1.7–2.4 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Cells round to obovate, axile. An excellent winter dessert apple. Tree small.EatingPickE mid-October; use January–April
Lord Derby [6] [30] [13] [39] [12] Cross section of Lord Derby spur type, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1969-041).jpg Stockport, Cheshire, England1862Yellowish green apple. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 5–6 mm (0.20–0.24 in). Strong ribbing. Cells ovate, abaxile. P Forester x Woodford. Flesh pale yellow, subacid. likes cooler weather. Subject to brown rot.CookingPickE late September; use November–December
Lord Grosvenor [6] [52] [30] Cross section of Lord Grosvenor, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-062).jpg England1872Large conical, pale creamy yellow, cooks to a white froth. Enormous cropper, must be thinned. Width 74–88 mm (2.9–3.5 in), height 64–82 mm (2.5–3.2 in). Stalk 25–28 mm (0.98–1.10 in).CookingPickE mid-August; use August–September
Lord Hindlip [6] [30] [13] [49] Cross section of Lord Hindlip, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-176).jpg Worcestershire, England<1896Late, high-quality dessert apple for use in December to March. Width 64–73 mm (2.5–2.9 in), height 73–77 mm (2.9–3.0 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Flesh crisp, white, juicy, subacid. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1898.EatingPickE early–mid-October; use December–March
Lord Kitchener [164] England<1900A green apple with red flush, smaller than Peasgood Nonsuch. P Peasgood Nonsuch x unknown.Eating, cooking, baking
Lord Lambourne [6] agm [165] [30] [7] Lord lambourne apple.jpg EnglandRaised 1907, introduced 1923 James Grieve apple x Worcester Pearmain. Round shape. Orange flush with hint of russet. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Strong acid flavour. Good for domestic cultivation. Award of Merit from RHS in 1923. Cold storage 3oC 150 days.EatingPickE mid–late September; use September–November
Lord Raglan [12] EnglandAn excellent cooking apple. Yellow with red flush.CookingUse March–April
Lord Suffield [6] [27] [13] [12] [166] Cross section of Lord Suffield, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-063).jpg Middleton, Lancashire, Englandc.1836A very large grenn cooking apple no flush. Width 76–83 mm (3.0–3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk short–medium. Cells ovate, abaxile. This variety is often subject to canker and rotting on the tree.CookingPickE mid-August; use August–September
Loudon Pippin [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002740.jpg Virginia, US<1870A large oblate apple, yellow with red flush. Stalk short. Flesh yellowish, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good.EatingUse December–February
Lowell [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002744.jpg US<1848Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Flesh greenish-yellow, juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good.Eating, cooking, dryingUse August–September
Lowland Raspberry see Liveland Raspberry
Lucombe's Seedling [12] Exeter, England1831A culinary apple of first rate quality. Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). Stalk short and thick. Cells round axile. Flesh white, juicy, pleasantly flovoured.CookingPickE mid-September. Use October–January
Luiken (a.k.a. Luikenapfel, Ludwig, Ludwigsapfel) [4] [14] [31] [33] Malus-Luikenapfel.jpg Germany or France<1823A yellow apple with red flush. Width 55 mm (2.2 in), height 48–50 mm (1.9–2.0 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). C 12. Flesh white, juicy.CookingPick September; use September–December.
Luisenapfel (a.k.a. Prinzessin Luise) [3] Canada1860Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in), weight 110–200 g (3.9–7.1 oz). Stalk 15–22 mm (0.59–0.87 in).Cooking, eatingPick October; use October–January
Lujanca [18] MoldovaYellow with purple to red stripes (90%). Flesh firm juicy, subacid. Biennial. Thinning is necessary. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in), weight 75–90 mm (3.0–3.5 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Disease resistant.Eating, cookingPick late September; use October–December
Lundbytorp [64] Cross section of Lundbytorp, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1950-145).jpg Denmarkc.1900A green apple with red overcolour. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in)EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–January.
Lunow [3] Apfel aus Lunow.jpg Germany1920Green apple with red flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in), weight 115 g (4.1 oz). Flesh; crisp, subacid to acid. Density 0.85. BiennalCookingPicking October; use January–April
Lunterse Pippeling [15] Lunterse pippeling.JPG Lunteren, NetherlandsIntroduced c.1900A green apple with russet. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 37 mm (1.5 in).Use January–March
Luxemburger Reinette (a.k.a. Reinette des Vergers) [27] Malus Luxemburger Renette 4393.jpg <1850A green apple with red flush. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). TRIEating, cookingUse February–July
Lynn [118] Washington, USSelected 1999A yellow apple with pink-red overcolor (20–80%). P unknown. Flesh: creamy-white, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid.EatingPick 5 days after Delicious

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Maayan [17] IsraelIntroduced 1967P (Calville St. Sauver x Damascus) x Delicious. Flesh juicy, sweet, acid.Eating
Mabbott's Pearmain [6] [12] Cross section of Mabbott's Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-246).jpg Maidstone, England1883Yellow with red flush. Width 56 mm (2.2 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk very slender. Flesh juicy, sweet, highly flavoured.EatingUse October–December
MacExcel [167] CanadaCross made 1971, selected 1992.A greenish-yellow apple with pinkish red flush. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Weight 121 g (4.3 oz). Stalk short to medium. Flesh is creamy-white, firm, crisp, juicy. SS 12.4.EatingPick 2 week before McIntosh.
Macfree [168] Trenton, Ontario, CanadaCross made 1953, selected 1963, introduced 1974A greenish-yellow apple with 75% red flush. Flesh is white, juicy, coarse, tough.EatingPick55 September 12. Ripens second week of October in Trenton, Ontario.
Maclean's Favourite [12] Colchester, England1820A very excellent dessert apple. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 49 mm (1.9 in).Pick early October; use October–January
Macoun [3] [7] Pomological Watercolor POM00001826.jpg Geneva, New York1909/1923Cold-tolerant. Crunchy. P McIntosh x Jersey Black. Does very well in salads. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in), weight 100–160 g (3.5–5.6 oz). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Cold storage 4oC 120 days.EatingPick50 September 30
Madresfield Court [6] Cross section of Madresfield Court, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1919-007).jpg England<1915AM from RHS in 1915. Tree is a shy cropper. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 81 mm (3.2 in). Stalk medium. Flesh is greenish-white, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick late September; use October–December
Maglemer [23] [34] [64] Maglemer (apple).jpg Lolland, Denmark<1810Greenish-yellow with red stripes(25% overcolor). Width 55–62 mm (2.2–2.4 in), height 48–58 mm (1.9–2.3 in). Stalk 14 mm.EatingPick late September; use November–January
Magog [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000234.jpg Vermont US<1876Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). Flesh is firm, juicy, aromatic, subacid, good.EatingUse October–January
Maiden's Blush [56] [26] [25] [9] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00000239.jpg Burlington, New Jersey, US<1817Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). A thin-skinned, flattened apple. Pale yellow-green skin has a telltale crimson blush on the side that faced the sun. Flesh is white, crisp, very juicy, subacid, good. Susceptible to scab. Heavy annual bearer. Good cooker. The fruit ripens over a period of several weeks, and reguires two or three pickings. Excellent variety for drying because the flesh remains white and bright. DBH 124.Cooking, eatingPick50 September 10. Use September–November.
Maidstone Favourite [6] [52] [13] Cross section of Maidstone Favourite, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-001).jpg Kent, England<1913Flat, even, most delightfully striped with carmine. P Alexander x Beauty of Bath. Flesh crisp, sweet and aromatic. Width 54 mm (2.1 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). AM from RHS in 1913.EatingUse August - September.
Maigold [3] [42] [7] Maigold jm55037.jpg Wädenswil, SwitzerlandCross made 1944, introduced 1964.Flesh is cream, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Cold storage 2oC 150 days.EatingPickG mid–late October. Use February–April.
Maikki [37] FinlandIntroduced 1980A red apple. P Melba x Huvitus. Flesh white, sweet, subacid, aromatic.EatingPick late August
Make [37] FinlandIntroduced 1980A yellow apple with red flush. Flesh juicy, sweet, subacid. P Atlas x Gul Höstkalville.EatingPick mid-September
Malinda Pomological Watercolor POM00000244.jpg Vermont, US1860Small, conical with sheep's nose; deep, rich yellow with red spots possible. Dry, dense, substantive flesh; mild, pear-like flavour. Tree good in climates with heavy snowfall.Cooking, eating
Malling Jupiter see Jupiter
Malling Kent [30] [5] [42] [7] Cross section of Malling Kent, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1964-031).jpg Kent, EnglandRaised 1949, introduced 1974Parentage Cox's Orange x Jonathan. Width 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in), height 58–67 mm (2.3–2.6 in). Good keeping properties. Flesh is crisp, subacid, aromatic. Particularly attractive blossom. Cold storage 3oC 150 days.EatingPickG late October
Malmbergs Gylling [24] Malmbergs gylling.jpg Sweden<1900Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk short to medium. Flesh juicy, subacid, fair to good.CookingPick September; use October–November
Mangum [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00001526.jpg Southern US<1850Flesh yellow, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse October–November
Manitoba [10] Manitoba, CanadaSelected 1925. Introduced 1931A yellow apple. P Duchess of Oldenburg x unknown. Flesh is white, crisp, juicy, sicy flavor, subacid.EatingUse November–February
Manitoba Spy [10] Manitoba, CanadaSelected 1927. Introduced 1931Large red. P Patten Greening x unknown. Flesh is tender, juicy.CookingUse November–February
Manks Codlin [23] [15] [12] Malus domestica Manks Codlin Locatie De Kruidhof.JPG Isle of Man 1815 (first fruited)Pale yellow medium-sized fruit with occasional flush of red (0–20%). Width 55–72 mm (2.2–2.8 in), height 50–72 mm (2.0–2.8 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Cells obovate abaxile. Hardy. Heavy producing.CookingUse September–December
Mann [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000250.jpg New York, US<1872Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 19 mm (0.75 in). Biennial. Flesh yellowish, juicy, crisp, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse December–April
Mannington's Pearmain [6] [98] [12] Cross section of Mannington's Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-065).jpg Sussex, England1770Flesh yellow soft juicy. Old dessert apple, of no great merit. Width 67–69 mm (2.6–2.7 in), height 58–66 mm (2.3–2.6 in). Stem long. Cells obovate, axile, open.Eating, cookingPick early October; use November–March
Mantet [24] [7] Mantet Apple.jpg Manitoba, CanadaSelected 1928. Introduced 1929Yellow apple with orange overcolour. P Tetofsky x unknown. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Does not do well in warm climates. Cold storage 4oC 40 days.EatingPick July 20–August 15. Use August
Margaret(a.k.a. Early Red Juneating) [12] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00000473.jpg England<1800A red apple with streaks on the sunny side. Width 64 mm, height 58 mm. Flesh geenisk white, brisk, juicy. Cells roundish, ovate or obovate, axile, closed. Tree small.EatingPick early August.
Margaret Pratt [10] Ontario, CanadaDiscovered <1923. Introduced 1938Nearly resembles Red Astrakan. P unknown.Cooking
Margil (a.k.a. Fail-me-never, Never-fail, Small Ribston, de. Muskat-Reinette, Muskaten-Reinette, fr. Reinette Musquée) [30] [6] [12] [27] [169] Pomological Watercolor POM00000475.jpg England<1750Highly flavoured apple held in very high esteem by connoisseurs. Width 54–66 mm (2.1–2.6 in), height 51–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Stalk 13–18 mm (0.51–0.71 in). Cells roundish ovate, axile. Slightly conical in shape, dull green skin with an orange-red blush, some russeting. The yellow flesh is firm, crisp, sugary, and as pomologist Robert Hogg said, "with a powerful and delicious aromatic flavour." The very small tree is weak and slender and bears light crops. Because it flowers early, it is susceptible to frost damage. It keeps well. Introduced to Brompton Park Nursery from Versailles by Henry Wise in the early 18th century.EatingPickE early October; use October–January
Mariposa [82] Sint-Truiden, Belgium2013Parentage Nicogreen x NicoterEatingPick mid to late September
Martin 1 (a.k.a. McLellan) [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000443.jpg Connecticut, US<1870Yellow with red flush. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 6–16 mm (0.24–0.63 in). Biennial. Flesh is white, juicy, vinous, sweet, very good.EatingUse December–March
Martin 2 [10] LouisianaDiscovered 1936. Introduced 1943Yellow with red flush. P unknownEating
Martini [3] [7] Cross section of Martini, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-193).jpg Germany1875Flesh yellowish-white, crisp, juicy, subacid. Cold storage 1oC 150 days.EatingPickG late October. Use December - March.
Mattamusket [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002787.jpg North Carolina, US<1870Flesh is whitish yellow, crisp, subacid, good. Tree vigorous, productive.EatingUse December–March
Maunzenapfel [3] Maunzenapfel.jpg Württemberg, Germanyc.1900A small apple. Flesh is yellow to white, crisp, juicy, acid. Tree is vigorous.Cider, juicePickG mid-October. Use November–March.
Mauss Reinette (a.k.a. Love Beauty, Reinette de Multhaupt, Svanetorpsäpple) [23] Svanetorpsapple H Sjoberg.jpg Germany<1874A yellow apple with red flush. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Flesh juicy, subacid.EatingPick October; use November–December
May Queen [6] [52] [13] [15] Queen (apple).jpg Worcester, England1888Large, oblate, often russetted yellow apple with bright red blush and stripes. Crisp, greenish-yellow flesh, rich, nutty flavour. Similar texture to Ribston Pippin, and in a good year, its equal in flavour. In bad years it can be rather dry and harsh. Excellent keeper. Heavy annual bearer. AGM from RHS in 1892. Width 62–78 mm (2.4–3.1 in), height 51–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in).EatingPickE early October. Use November–May
McAfee (a.k.a. McAfee Nonsuch, McAfee Red) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002827.jpg Kentucky, US<1870Once thought to be lost forever, rediscovered in 2018 in Idaho. [170] Flesh is whitish, crisp, subacid, good to very good. Stalk short. Tree very prolific and will produce huge crops of apples when mature.EatingUse December–March
McIntosh [117] [6] [25] [26] [152] [19] [7] Apples on tree 2011 G1 cropped.jpg Ontario, CanadaDiscovered 1796, introduced 1870.A popular, cold-tolerant eating apple in North America. Width 73–88 mm (2.9–3.5 in), height 63–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh white, very tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good. Cold storage 3oC 90 days. DBH 120–132. Density 0.77Cooking (applesauce), eating, piesPick45 September 1. Pick55 August 20. Pickg September 15–30. Use October–December
McIntosh Rogers (a.k.a. Red McIntosh) [4] [30] [7] New York, US1930. Introduced 1932A red mutant of McIntosh. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cold storage 3-4oC 100 days.Cooking, eatingPick mid-September; use October–December
McIntosh Wijcik (see Wijcik McIntosh)
McLellan (see Martin 1)
Mc Mahon [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002862.jpg Wisconsin, USc.1860Width 94 mm (3.7 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 29 mm (1.1 in). Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse October–January
McShay [171] [42] Indiana, USCross made 1962, first fruited 1970.A green apple with red flush (70%). Width 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in), height 64–67 mm (2.5–2.6 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is light green, firm, juicy, subacid, very good. Tree is vigorous.EatingPick 2 week before Jonathan. Use October–November.
Mecklemburger Königsapfel (a.k.a. Roter Brasil) [23] Pom.Mon.Hefte 1867 Meklenburger Konigsapfel.jpg Germany1773Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in).Cooking, eatingPick October; use December–March
Medina [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002867.jpg Geneva, New YorkIntroduced 1922P Deacon Jones x Delicious.Eating
Mela Carlo (a.k.a. Mela Carla, Male Carle) [11] Italy<1817A dessert apple of the most exquisite flavour. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Flesh is as melting as that of the Doyenné pear.EatingPick October; use December–March
Melba [6] [24] [15] [7] Pomological Watercolor POM00002873.jpg Ottawa, CanadaRaised 1898, Introduced 1909Green apple with red overcolour. Width 63–73 mm (2.5–2.9 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Cold storage 3-4oC 90 days. DBH 94.EatingPick50 August 7. PickE early–mid-August. Use August.
Melon American [11] [26] Melon (apple).jpg Connecticut1800, introduced 1845.A first rate dessert apple. Width 68–86 mm (2.7–3.4 in), height 61–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 18–39 mm (0.71–1.54 in). Flesh yellowish, firm, fine, crisp, tender, juicy subacid and aromatic. The tree is a good grower, vigorous, very hardy.EatingUse December
Melonenapfel (a.k.a. cs. Rehtáč soudkovitý, de. Flaschapfel, Nonnetitte, Prinzenapfel, fr. Pomme de Prince, ru. Print.) [23] [3] [16] Melonapple H Sjoberg.jpg Germany<1788An oblong apple. Flesh is yellowish-white, subacid with a pleasant aroma. Width 65–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in). Stalk 12–25 mm (0.47–0.98 in). Weight 125 gram.EatingPickG mid-September. Use September–March
Melrose 1 (a.k.a. White Melrose) [11] [12] Scotland<1800Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile. Flesh is marrow-like, with a sweet and sub-acid flavour.Eating, cookingUse October–January
Melrose 2 [10] [17] [6] [19] Melrose-Apfel.jpg Ohio, USCross made 1932. Selected 1937. Introduced 1944A yellow to green apple with crimson flush (50%). Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). P Jonathan x Delicious. Flavour improves in storage. Flesh is coarse, aromatic, subacid. Biennial.EatingPick45 October 3. Pick55 September 20. Pickg October 1–20. Use December–April.
Mere de Menage (a.k.a. Bellefleur de France) (fr. de Livre, Ménagère) [6] [23] [30] [32] [33] [12] Husmoder.jpg France or Ukraine<1800Large flat-round yellow apple with crimson flush (50–100%). Width 77–128 mm (3.0–5.0 in), height 67–95 mm (2.6–3.7 in). Stalk very stout (4–5 mm (0.16–0.20 in)) and short (10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in)). Cells roundish, obovate, abaxile. TRICookingPickE late September. Use October–November.
Merton Beauty [6] [30] [172] Cross section of Merton Beauty (LA 62A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-138).jpg England1932, selected 1946, introduced 1962Width 56–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in), height 45–53 mm (1.8–2.1 in). Stalk 20–27 mm (0.79–1.06 in). P Ellisons Orange x Cox Orange. A greenish-yellow apple flushed with red. Flesh with aniseed flavour.EatingPickE early September; use September–early October
Merton Charm [6] [30] [173] Cross section of Merton Charm (M133), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1963-154).jpg Surrey, EnglandCross made 1933, introduced 1962Width 57–60 mm (2.2–2.4 in), height 47–51 mm (1.9–2.0 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). P Rogers McIntosh x Cox Orange. AM from RHS in 1960. Pick September. Semi-weeping habit, heavy crops of small fruit unless thinned.EatingPick mid-September; use September–October
Merton Delight [174] EnglandIntroduced 1953P Cox Orange x Golden Russet. Flesh is tender, crisp sweet to subacid.Eating
Merton Joy [6] [174] [173] Cross section of Merton Joy (EMLA 1), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1979-174).jpg EnglandCross made 1940 or 1946, introduced 1965.Width 63–69 mm (2.5–2.7 in), height 51–58 mm (2.0–2.3 in). P (Cox Orange x Sturmer Pippin) x Cox Orange. Flesh is soft, very juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPickE early to mid-September. Use September–early October.
Merton Knave [6] [30] [174] [175] Cross section of Merton Knave (LA), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1980-080).jpg Bayfordbury, Hertford, EnglandCross made 1948Greenish yellow with red flush. P Laxton's Early Crimson x Epicure. Width 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in), height 48–62 mm (1.9–2.4 in). Stalk 12–30 mm (0.47–1.18 in). Flesh fairly juicy with strong aroma.EatingPick mid-September; use September
Merton Pippin [174] EnglandIntroduced 1948A large apple. P Cox Orange x Sturmer Pippin. Flesh subacid.Eating
Merton Prolific [174] [172] England1914, selected 1935Width 61 mm (2.4 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Flesh sweet, subacid. P Northern Greening x Cox Orange Pippin.EatingUse December–January
Merton Reinette [5] EnglandRaised 1933, introduced 1962.Parentage Cox Orange Pippin x Herrings Pippin. Flesh cream colored, aromatic, subacid.Eating
Merton Russet [174] [172] [5] Cross section of Merton Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1935-002).jpg England1921, selected 1935, introduced 1948Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). P Sturmer Pippin x Cox Orange. Flesh sweet, subacid. Particularly attractive blossom.EatingUse January–March
Merton Worcester [6] [30] [172] [7] Cross section of Merton Worcester (EMLA 1), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1979-176).jpg EnglandSelected 1935, introduced 1948Width 58–67 mm (2.3–2.6 in), height 55–57 mm (2.2–2.2 in). Stalk 12–20 mm (0.47–0.79 in). P Cox's Orange Pippin × Worcester Pearmain. AM from RHS in 1950. Developed at John Innes Institute. Cold storage 3-4oC 150 days.EatingPickE early September; use September–October
Metzger [10] Seattle, WashingtonSelected 1938. Introduced 1948P Delicious x Unknown.EatingPick early August
Mexico [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002451.jpg Connecticut, US<1850Round, medium-sized apple. Crimson red. Stalk long to medium. Flesh is white, juicy, subacid.EatingUse August–September
Michaelmas Red(a.k.a. Tydeman's Michaelmas Red) [6] [172] Cross section of Tydeman's Michaelmas Red, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1943-016).jpg England1929, selected 1940, introduced 1945Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). P McIntosh x Worcester Pearmain. Flesh is soft, juicy, sweet, vinous.EatingPick mid–late September; use October–December
Michal [17] IsraelIntroduced 1967P (Calville St. Sauveur x Damascus) x Delicious. Flesh is juicy, sweet, subacid. Tree is productive.Eating
Middle Green [13] England<1903Yellow streaked with red. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). AM from RHS in 1903. Flesh, soft, yellowish, sweet, good.EatingUse December–February
Miami [10] New Carlisle, Ohio, USDiscovered 1930, introduced 1935A red apple. Bud mutation of Stark.Eating
Milam(a.k.a. Winter Pearmain, Red Winter Pearmain) [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001964.jpg US<1820Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh white, tender, crisp, juicy, subacid or sweet.EatingUse December–January
Miller's Seedling [6] [30] Berkshire, England1848Sweet apple. Width 60–63 mm (2.4–2.5 in), height 44–54 mm (1.7–2.1 in). Stalk 18–26 mm (0.71–1.02 in). Flesh is white, juicy, sweet. AM from RHS in 1906. Tree prefers chalky soils.EatingPickE mid-August; use August–September
Millicent Barnes [6] Millicent Barnes jm55043.jpg Chester, England1903A yellow apple flushed with red. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Flesh lacks flavour. Parentage: Gascoyne's Scarlet x Cox Orange PippinPickE mid-September; use October–December
Milton [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002634.jpg Geneva, New YorkIntroduced 1923P Yellow Transparent x McIntosh.Eating
Milwa (see Junami)
Milwaukee [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002639.jpg Wisconsin, US<1899Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh is whitish, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, fair to good.CookingUse October–January
Minister [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002643.jpg New England, US<1850Tree healthy, vigorous, early bearer. Flesh, yellowish, juicy, acid.CookingUse September–October
Minjon [10] Excelsior, Minnesota, USSelected 1923, introduced 1942A dark red apple. P probably Wealthy x Jonathan.Eating
Minnehaha [10] [176] Excelsior, Minnesota, USSelected 1914, introduced 1920A dark red apple. P Wealthy x (Ben Davis x Fameuse).
Mio [24] Mio.jpg Sweden1932Yellow with red flush. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 53 mm (2.1 in). P Worcester pearmain x Oranie.EatingPick September; use September–October
Miss Baron [13] England<1885A golden-yellow apple. Tree vigorous. Flesh yellow, tender, subacid.CookingUse October–January
Missouri Pippin [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002656.jpg Missouri, USc.1840Tree is vigorous. Flesh is yellow, firm, brisk, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse October–January
Miss Phillimore [29] [13] Cross section of Mrs. Phillimore, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-070).jpg EnglandIntroduced 1900Yellow with red flush. P Gladstone x Lord Burghley. Flesh tender, sweet. AM from RHS in 1899.EatingUse October
MN 55(a.k.a. Rave, First Kiss) MN55 aka Rave Apple.jpg Excelsior, Minnesota, USEatingPick July in Minnesota
Modi [123] Fruit Modi apple.jpg Ferrara, ItalySelected 1996A yellow apple with red overcolor (85–95%). Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Flesh is firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Resistant to scab.Eating
Mollie's Delicious [17] Cross section of Mollie's Delicious, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1971-051).jpg New Jersey, US1966Conical shape, pinkish red colour. P (Golden Delicious x Edgewood) x (Gravenstein x Close). Flesh crisp, sweet, good. Lasts long in refrigeration. Good aftertaste.EatingPick55 August 10. PickE late August. Use August–September.
Monarch [6] [30] [13] [177] Cross section of Monarch, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1924-019).jpg Essex, EnglandRaised 1888, introduced 1918Large round-conical apple. Width 73–80 mm (2.9–3.1 in), height 58–70 mm (2.3–2.8 in). Stalk 10–20 mm. _Coarse-textured, juicy, tender sharp_ Vitamin C 7 mg/100g. Biennial tendency.CookingPickE mid-September; use November–January
Monmouth [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002411.jpg New Jersey, US<1848Width 78–85 mm (3.1–3.3 in), height 65–68 mm (2.6–2.7 in). Stalk 13–19 mm (0.51–0.75 in). Biennial. Flesh yellowish, firm, grisp, tender, juicy, aromatic, good to very good.EatingUse December–March
Monroe [10] Geneva, New YorkCross made 1910. Introduced 1949A red apple. P Jonathan x Rome Beauty.EatingPick50 October 4. PickE mid-October. Use November–January.
Moore Extra [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000347.jpg Ohio, US<1870Flesh is yellow, juicy, tender, subacid, very good. Stalk short. Tree is vigorous, not an early bearer.Eating.Use December–March
Moore's Sweeting (see Black Sweet)
Morden 347 [10] Manitoba, CanadaIntroduced 1941P Martha x Dolgo. Flesh is orange-yellow, firm, crisp, juicy. Tree is hardy, vigorous.Eating, cookingPick late August
Morden 352 [10] Manitoba, CanadaIntroduced 1945P Dolgo x Haralson. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, juicy, sweet, subacid. Tree is very hardy.Eating, cookingPick late September
Morris's Russet [12] Cross section of Morris's Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-046).jpg Brentford, England<1880A green apple covered with brown russet. Width 63 mm, height 57 mm. Stalk 12 mm. Cells, obovate, axile. Flesh firm, tender, juicy, brisk, aromatic.EatingUse October - February
Mother (American Mother) [6] [25] [9] [12] [178] agm [179] [30] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002700.jpg Massachusetts, US1840Medium-sized yellow apple with crimson stripes and darker red blush. Width 63–77 mm (2.5–3.0 in), height 60–80 mm (2.4–3.1 in). Stalk 13–23 mm (0.51–0.91 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile. Flesh is fine, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, very good to best. The fruit has a balsamic aroma with a suggestion of vanilla. Cropping can be a bit irregular, if not completely biennial. A late flowering variety that avoids frost. Some resistance to scab. DBH 128.EatingPick50 September 14. PickE late September. Use October–December.
Munson (a.k.a. Meachem Sweet, Rag Apple) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002930.jpg Possibly Massachusetts, US<1849Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh is yellowish, tender, juicy, sweet, good to very good.EatingUse late September–December
Munson Sweet (a.k.a. Orange Sweet, Ray Apple, Meachem Sweet) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002759.jpg New England, US<1850Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Tree is vigorous, productive, a regular bearer. Flesh is juicy, very sweet.BakingUse September–February
Murray [4] Canada1980
Muscadet de Dieppe Normandy, Francec.1750Commonly used in making Calvados brandy. Yellowish green apple with red striping or reddish pink blush. Too tart to eat.Cider
Musch [4] Belgium1872EatingPick September; use November–December
Musk (see Carlisle Codlin)
Muster [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002763.jpg Indianapolis, US<1850Flesh is yellow, juicy, subacid, aromatic.Cooking, eatingUse November–January
Mutsu [6] [30] [172] [19] [7] Mutsu apple.jpg Aomori Prefecture, JapanCross made 1930, first fruited 1937, named 1948Known as "Crispin" in the United Kingdom. Width 73–77 mm (2.9–3.0 in), height 70–73 mm (2.8–2.9 in). Stalk 22–30 mm (0.87–1.18 in). P Golden Delicious x Indo. Flesh is aromatic, subacid. Tree is very vigorous. Cold storage 2oC 150 days. TRIEating, piesPick55 September 25. PickE mid-October. Pickg October 15–30. Use late October–early April
My Jewel Watsonville, California c.1940 [180] Originated as a chance seedling, a cross between Winter Banana and Golden Delicious. [181] Yellow colour. October harvest. Still used in cider blends by Martinelli's [182] Eating, cooking, cider

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Nanny [11] [13] Surrey or Sussex, England1842A dessert apple of excellent quality. Flesh greenish yellow, tender. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in).EatingPickE mid-September; use October
Nathusius Taubenapfel [27] Nathusius taubenapfel do s0-1-.jpg Germany1824A conical apple. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in).EatingUse December–April
Nelson Codlin [11] England<1850Large yellow. A first rate culinary appleCookingUse September–January
New Hawthornden [12] Cross section of New Hawthornden, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1967-055).jpg Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, EnglandIntroduced 1847A yellowish green apple. Width 88 mm, height 63 mm. Stalk 13–25 mm. Cells elliptical, abaxile. Flesh tender, crisp, very juicy, acid. Raised by Rivers' Nursery.CookingPickE late-September. Use September–October
Newell-Kimzey (see Airlie Red Flesh)
Newfane [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002783.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1927P Deacon Jones x Delicious. Flesh, tender, juicy. Ripens with Delicious.Eating
Newton Wonder [6] [30] Pomological Watercolor POM00000558.jpg Derbyshire, England<1887A yellow apple flushed with red. FCC from RHS in 1887. Width 89–92 mm (3.5–3.6 in), height 70–73 mm (2.8–2.9 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in). Medium round and even, beautifully striped and flushed. Very good cooker. Cooks to juicy, brisk, well-flavoured purée, but with less acidity than Bramley. Prolific bearer, can be harvested in winter.CookingPickE mid-October; use November–March
Newtown Delicious [10] Washington, USIntroduced c.1937P Yellow Newtown x Delicious. Tree vigorous, heavy bearer.Cooking, eating
Newtown Pippin (Albemarle Pippin, fr. Newtown Pippin, ru Renet angliiskii) [9] [6] [25] [26] [16] [7] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00000791.jpg Queens County, New York1759Best known colonial apple in North America. Known favourite of Ben Franklin and Thomas Jefferson. Medium to large, often irregularly shaped apple. Greenish-yellow, dotted, often russeted. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Tough skin, flesh cream to greenish-white, very quickly browning. Flesh yellow, firm, crisp, moderately fine-grained, aromatic, subacid, best. Biennial habit, slow to come into bearing. Good keeper, improves with storage. Prized for its clear juice in cider making. Two sports, Green Newtown Pippin and Yellow Newtown Pippin, differ only in skin colour. Cold storage 2oC 150 days.Cooking, eating, ciderPickE late October; use November–March
Newtown Spitzenburgh [8] [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000551.jpg Newtown, Long Island, US1817Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh yellow, crisp, tender, vinous, subacid.EatingUse October–February
Niagara [107] Niagara on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1962-036).jpg Geneva, New York, USSelected 1950, introduced 1962.A yellow apple with red flush and stripes. Flesh: white, fine, crisp, tender, aromatic, subacid.EatingPick50 September 8. PickE early September. Use September - October.
Nickajack (a.k.a. Caroline, Berry, Aberdeen, Trenham, Alleghany, Chaltram Pippin) [8] [9] [26] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00000562.jpg North Carolina, United States c.1810Native American origin, believed to be originally grown by Cherokee along banks of Nickajack Creek. Only grown in Appalachians, favourite of later settlers for desserts. Rusty red colour with sweet, crisp taste. Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April
Nicola [118] Summerland, CanadaCross made 1981, selected 1988A large apple with 85% red overcolor. P Splendour x Gala. Flesh: light yellow, juicy, firm, crisp.Eating
Nonpareil [6] [30] France1500sA yellowish green apple. Width 58–65 mm (2.3–2.6 in), height 48–52 mm (1.9–2.0 in). Stalk 18–28 mm (0.71–1.10 in).EatingPick mid-October; use December–March
Nordhausen (a.k.a. Schöner von Nordhausen) [3] [7] Malus Schoner aus Nordhausen 4191.jpg Germany1892Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in), weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Stalk 6–13 mm (0.24–0.51 in). Flesh is crisp, subacid to acid. Cold storage 2oC 150 days. VitC 6. Density 0.74CookingPick October; use January–April
Norfolk Beauty [30] [13] [29] Cross section of Norfolk Beauty, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-073).jpg Norfolk, Englandintroduced 1902Pale cream in colour when cooked. Width 80–87 mm (3.1–3.4 in), height 67–71 mm (2.6–2.8 in). Stalk 8–10 mm (0.31–0.39 in). P Harvey x Hawthornden. FCC from RHS in 1902.CookingPick early September; use October–December
Norfolk Beefing (a.k.a. Catshead Beaufin, Taliesin) [11] [13] [29] Norfolk Beefing on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-074).jpg Norfolk, Englandc.1800Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk short. Flesh has a brisk and pleasant flavour. TRIBakingPick October; use January–June
Norfolk Pippin (see Adams Pearmain)
Norfolk Royal [30] Cross section of Norfolk Royal, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1933-004).jpg England1908A truncate conical apple. Flesh crisp, juicy and well-flavoured. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 8–15 mm (0.31–0.59 in).EatingPick late September; use September–February
Norman's Pippin [52] Belgium<1900Conical grey green with russet, flesh mellow, of fine flavour. AGM from RHS in 1900. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in).EatingUse January–March
Northern Greening [52] [13] Yorkshire, England1826Medium, oval, conical, pea green to pale yellow, with red stripes and faint brown flush. Flesh tender, greenish, acid. Growth vigorous.CookingPick mid-October; use December–April
Northern Spy [9] [6] [25] [26] [27] [33] 012nrthnspy.jpg New Yorkc.1800Tart, firm, stores very well. Tree large, vigorous. Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good to best. Noted for being excellent choice for making American-style apple pie. Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Sometimes used as a rootstock.Cider, cooking, eatingPick45 October 10. Pick55 September 25. PickE mid-October. Use November–March.
North Western Greening [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000315.jpg Wisconsin, US<1872Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 79 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Biennial. Flesh is yellowish, crisp, firm, juicy, subacid, fair to good.Cooking, eatingPick45 September 18. Use January–April
Notarisappel [107] Malus-Natarisapfel.jpg Lunteren, Netherlands1890. Introduced 1899.A large apple greenish-yellow with orange stripes. Width 87 mm (3.4 in), height 77 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is soft white, subacid, very good.Eating.PickE late September. Use September–November.
Nova Easygro [168] Cross section of Nova Easigro, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-269).jpg Kentville, Nova Scotia, CanadaCross made 1956, introduced 1971A greenish yellow apple striped or blushed with red. Flesh is creamy white, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid.EatingPick45 September 15. Pick55 September 1. Use September–October.
Novamac [42] Kentville, Nova Scotia, CanadaCross made 1963, introduced 1978A round to conic apple width 70 mm. 80% red stripe on greenish-yellow ground. Flesh white, crisp fine, tender, juicy, subacid, very good. Resistant to apple scab, cedar apple rust and fire blight. Susceptible to mildew.EatingPick with McIntosh
Novaspy [42] Kentville, Nova Scotia, CanadaIntroduced 1986A Northern Spy like apple. Fruit 30-85% dark red overcolor. Flesh creamy-yellow, fine textured, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid, very good. Resistant to apple scab.Eating, CookingPick between Delicious and Northern Spy.
Nu-Jon [10] Washington, USIntroduced 1949P unknown. A large red striped apple.
Nutmeg Pippin [6] Cross section of Nutmeg Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1929-026).jpg England, UK1920A conical apple; width 54 mm (2.1 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Flesh is juicy, with a nutty flavour.EatingPickE late September; use December–March
Nyack [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000323.jpg New York, US<1850Flesh white, juicy, acid, rich.EatingUse December

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Oakland [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000325.jpg Michigan, US<1883Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Biennial. Flesh is white, tender, juicy, sweet, crisp, good.EatingUse November–February
Oberdieck's Reinette see Reinette Oberdieck
Oberdieck's Taubenapfel [27] Pom.Mon.Hefte 1860 Oberdiecks Taubenapfel.jpg Germany<1860A conical apple. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).EatingUse December–February
Oberländer Himbeerapfel(fr. Framboise, pl. Malinowa Oberlandzka) [27] [33] [183] Oberlander Himbeerapfel jm55050.jpg Germany<1854Width 70 mm, height 58–60 mm. Stalk 10–16 mm. Flesh yellowish-white, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Vitamin C 14 mg/100g.EatingPick September. Use October - March.
Ogden [10] Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1928P Zusoff x McIntosh. Flesh is white, aromatic, sweet.Baking
Ohio Beauty synonym of Grosh
Ohio Beauty synonym of Western Beauty
Ohio Nonpareil [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000360.jpg Ohio, US<1853Width 95 mm (3.7 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh is yellow, juicy, subacid. Tree is vigorous, healthy. DBH 137.Cooking, eating, dryingUse September–December. Pick50 September 18.
Ohio Pippin [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000361.jpg Ohio, US<1867Width 99 mm (3.9 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Tree is healthy, vigorous. Flesh is yellowish, tender, juicy, acid to subacid.CookingUse December–January
Ökna vita Vintergylling [24] Okna Vita Vintergylling.jpg Sweden<1900A small yellow conical apple. Width and height 60 mm (2.4 in).Cooking, eating.Use December–April.
Ökna Lökäpple [23] Okna lokapple.jpg Sweden<1830Greenish yellow with some red stripes. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).EatingPick October. Use December–February.
Ölands Kungsäpple [60] [23] Olands kungsapple.jpg Sweden<1850A small red conical apple. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in).EatingUse November–December.
Oldenburg [4] [3] [19] Geheimrat Dr. Oldenburg jm55179.jpg Geisenheim, Germany1897A yellow-green apple with red flush. P Minister von Hammerstein x Baumanns Renette. Flesh; soft, juicy, subacid. VitC 3. Density 0.80EatingPick September; use October–December
Oldenburg 2 (see Duchess of Oldenburg)
Oliver [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000449.jpg Arkansas<1873Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh is whitish, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, sweet, good to very good.EatingUse December–March
Ontario [6] [3] [4] [13] [134] [26] [19] [25] [7] Ontario jm55055.jpg Ontario, CanadaCross made 1820. Introduced 1882.A large apple, greenish-yellow with purple flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Weight 191 g (6.7 oz). P Wagener x Northern Spy. Cold storage 5oC 150 days. VitC 16–30. Density 0.83Eating, cooking, juicePickE mid-October. PickG late October–early November. Pickg October 23–November 7. Use November–April
Opal [5] Chelmsford, Essex, England<1936Parentage Rival x Worcester Pearmain. Flesh crisp, juicy, strawberry flavour.EatingPickE early September. Use September - October.
Opal
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Czech Republic1999Firm, fine to medium grained, medium juicy, full flavoured, sweet, mild-subacid. Parentage Golden Delicious x Topaz. [184] Eating
Opalescent [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000610.jpg Ohio, US<1899Width 98 mm (3.9 in), height 92 mm (3.6 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good.EatingUse November–February
Orin [42] Cross section of Orin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1981-117).jpg Fukushima, Japan1952A large apple 250-300 gram. Sweet and distinctive fragrance. Flesh firm, aromatic, sweet, juicy, notes of pineapple, excellent. Medium hardness. Parentage Golden Delicious x Indo.EatingPickE late October. Use November–January.
Oriole [10] Minnesota, USIntroduced 1949P unknown. Flesh is tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid.Cooking, eatingPick August. Use August.
Orleans [10] [31] Pomological Watercolor POM00000431.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1924A yellow apple, sttriped with red. P Deacon Jones x Delicious. Width 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 50–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in).EatingPickE late September. Use October–January
Orleans Reinette (a.k.a. Golden Reinette, ru. Orleanskii renet, Krasnîi şafran, Zimnii şafran)) [6] [30] [31] [16] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 040.jpg Orleans, France<1776Medium flat, rich red and golden russet. Reliable bearer. Width 62–74 mm (2.4–2.9 in), height 58–62 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 6–20 mm (0.24–0.79 in). E VitC 22. Flesh is creamy white, firm, complex flavour, similar to Blenheim Orange, but not related. TRIEatingPickE mid-October; use December–February
Ortley (a.k.a. White Bellflower, Cleopatra) [9] [6] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000638.jpg New Jersey, US<1850A large yellow apple with red flush. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Flesh yellowish, crisp, tender, juicy, acid to subacid, very good. Tree vigorous, very productive.Cooking, eatingPickE late October; use November–January
Osceola [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000645.jpg Indiana, US<1850Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is yellow, juicy, subacid.EatingUse January–March
Oskaloosa (a.k.a. Jack, Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000647.jpg Iowa, US<1850Flesh is juicy, subacid. Tree is a moderate grower, early but not an abundant bearer.Use November
Osnabrücker Reinette(fr. Reinette d'Osnabruck [27] [33] Osnabrucker Renette jm55058.jpg Germany<1800A yellow apple with russet. Width 66 mm, height 54 mm. Stalk 15 mm. Flesh yellowish, subacid.Eating, CookingPick October. Use December - March
Owen Thomas [6] [5] [30] Bedfordshire, EnglandRaised 1897, introduced 1920Width 57–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 7–15 mm (0.28–0.59 in). Green with orange flush. P Cox Orange x Gladstone. Flesh is greenish-white, soft, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick mid-August; use late August–early September.
Ozark Gold Cross section of Ozark Gold, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1971-052).jpg Missouri, US1970Light green with pink blush. Has taste with notes of honey.EatingPickE late September–early October. Use October–December.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Pacific Rose PacificRoseApples.jpg New Zealand1995Extremely crisp, sweet apple. Also grows well in California.Eating
Pam's Delight Bedfordshire, England1958A medium-sized apple with a red blush. Flesh is crisp, juicy and sweet-tasting. [185] Eating
Paragon [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002817.jpg Tennessee, USc.1830Tree is vigorous. Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, juicy, aromatic, mild subacid, good to very good.
Park (a.k.a. Park Spice, Park Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002353.jpg New York, US<1870Flesh is yellowish, firm, juicy, subacid, aromatic, very good. Stalk is short. Tree is very productive.EatingUse December–March
Paroquet [13] Berkshire, England<1899A red apple with russet. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk is short. AM from RHS in 1899. Flesh is yellowish, tender, fair.Eating, cookingUse October–January
Parry White [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002949.jpg Possibly Pennsylvania, US<1872Width 59–71 mm (2.3–2.8 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse late August–October
Pater van den Elzen [15] Limburg, NetherlandsIntroduced 1934A yellow apple with red flush (50–90%). Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in).CookingUse January–March
Patten [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002953.jpg Wisconsin, US<1869Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 10–17 mm (0.39–0.67 in). Flesh is tender, juicy, subacid, good.CookingUse October–January
Patricia [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00002932.jpg Ontario, CanadaSelected 1920P McIntosh x unknown. Tree is a heavy bearer.EatingPickE mid-September. Use October–November.
Paula Red Paula red.jpg Kent County, Michigan, US1960sFirm white flesh; McIntosh mutation.EatingPick45 August 15. Pick55 August 3. PickE early–mid-September. Use October–November.
Pawpaw (a.k.a. Western Baldwin, Rubicon, Ball Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002896.jpg Michigan, US<1875Flesh is yellowish, juicy, firm, brisk, subacid, very good. Stalk is medium length. Tree is hardy, and a regular bearer.EatingUse December–June
Payette [10] IdahoSelected 1936. Introduced 1944.A red apple. P Ben Davis x Wagener.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–April.
Peacemaker [52] Berkshire, England<1913Round and smooth, with crimson flush and stripings. Resembles Charles Ross in general charasteristics. AGM from RHS in 1913. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in).EatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Peach-Pound Sweet [8] New York, US<1875Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet. Very good.EatingUse September–November
Pearl [6] Essex, England1983Yellow apple flushed with red on 50%. P Worcester Pearmain x Rival. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk is short. Flesh is creamy white, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPickE late September–early October; use October–November
Pease (a.k.a. Walter Pease, Pease Walter) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002907.jpg Connecticut, US<1895Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). Flesh is whitish, crisp, tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid, good to very good.EatingPick late September–early August; use October–January
Peasgood's Nonsuch(cs. Peasgoodovo, de. Peasgood's Goldreinette, fr. Sans pareil Peasgood, Peasgood's Sondergleichen, ru. Renet Piguda, Renet zolotoi Pisguda, Nesravnenno) [6] agm [186] [30] [32] [12] [166] [16] Malus Goldrenette von Peasgood 4233.jpg England1858Width 83–92 mm (3.3–3.6 in), height 70–76 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in). Cells obovate, axile. A very large yellowish-green apple, deepening to orange-yellow, flushed and striped red with some russet patches. Flesh is white, sweet and juicy. Good eating and superb for cooking. Large, hardy and heavy cropping tree. Apples can weigh up to half a kilogram, and are famously large enough to make a pie from a single apple. VitC 13.Cooking, eatingPickE mid-September. Use September–December.
Peck's Pleasant (a.k.a. Peck, Waltz Apple) [8] [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00002914.jpg Connecticut, USYellow with red flush. Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 64–68 mm (2.5–2.7 in). Stalk 9–13 mm (0.35–0.51 in). Flesh is juicy, subacid, highly aromatic, very good to best.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–March
Pederstrup [23] [31] Cross section of Pederstrup, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-006).jpg Denmark<1828A medium-sized cooking apple. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).CookingPickE late September. Use November–January
Pekka [37] FinlandIntroduced 1999A dark red apple. Flesh is subacid, sweet. P Lobo x Huvitus.EatingPick mid-September; use September–October
Pennock (a.k.a. Romanie, Big Romanie, Pennock's Red Winter) [9] [57] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002923.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1820Apple is very large. Stalk is short. Flesh is yellow, tender, juicy, subacid. Quality poor. Tree is vigorous, very productive.CookingUse November - March.
Perry Russet [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000662.jpg US<1850Width 86 mm (3.4 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh is yellow, acid.Cooking, eatingUse December–January
Petteri [37] FinlandIntroduced 2003A dark red appel. P Lobo x Huvitus. Flesh is subacid, aromatic.EatingPick late August
Pewaukee [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000663.jpg Wisconsin, USc.1870Tree vigorous. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh is white, firm tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid, fair to good.EatingPickE early October. Use November–April
Pfirsichroter Sommerapfel(fr. Pomme d'été rouge-carmin, ru. Persikovoe letnee) [27] [15] [16] Malus - Pfirsichroter Sommerapfel.JPG France<1830Yellow with red flush. Width 62–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 50–54 mm (2.0–2.1 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). VitC 14EatingPickE August; use August–September.
Pickard's Reserve [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000696.jpg Indiana, US<1850Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is whitish-yellow, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic.Cooking, eatingUse December–January
Pikant [3] [19] Malus Pikant 4306.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, GermanyIntroduced 1988A green to yellow apple with red overcolor (70–80%). P Undine x Carola. Flesh ks juicy, subacid.Eating, cooking, juicePickG early–mid-September. Use September–December.
Pilot [3] [7] ApfelPilot.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, GermanyDeveloped 1962, introduced 1988A conical apple, yellow with red flush. Width 65–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in), weight 120 g (4.2 oz). P Clivia x Undine. Flesh is yellowish, crisp, aromatic, subacid. Cold Storage 1oC 120 days.EatingPickE mid-October. PickG early–mid-October; use February–July
Pimona [3] [7] Malus Pimona 4304.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, GermanyIntroduced 1985P Clivia x Undine. Flesh is crisp, juicy, subacid, aromatic. Cold storage 3oC 120 days.Eating, cooking
Pine Apple Russet(a.k.a. Hardingham's Russet) [12] [5] Pine Apple Russet on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1946-006).jpg England1730Width 70 mm, height 64 mm. Stalk 25 mm. Flesh pale yellow, tender, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid. Can be dry, flavourless. Cells obovate, axile, open.EatingPick early September. Use October - November.
Pine Golden Pippin [6] Cross section of Pine Golden Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-077).jpg UK<1861A golden yellow apple with russet. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Flesh is white, firm, fine-textured, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE early October. Use November–February
Pink Lady (see Cripps Pink)
Pink Pearl [10] Pink Pearl (5207256521).jpg California, USIntroduced 1944Noted for having bright pink flesh. P Surprise x unknown. Sweet. Possibly has crab apple in its ancestry. Makes cider with a reddish tint if pressed.EatingPick September
Pinova [3] [7] Pinova.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1965, introduced 1986Bred in Germany over an 18-year period. Marketed as "Piñata" in the United States. Fragrant smell, thin skin and balanced sweet and tart flavour profile. From Clivia x Golden Delicious. Width 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in), weight 125 g (4.4 oz). Stalk 30 mm (1.2 in). Flesh is yellowish, crisp, subacid, aromatic. Cold storage 1-2oC 120 days.Cooking, eatingPickE early–mid-October. PickG mid–late October; use December–May
Pirja [37] FinlandIntroduced 1980A red apple. P Huvitus x Melba. Flesh subacid.EatingPick early August
Piros [19] [3] [7] Piros.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1963. Introduced 1985A green apple with red flush. P Helios x Apollo. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in). Weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Stalk 26 mm (1.0 in). Flesh is soft, juicy, subacid, aromatic. Cold storage 3oC 20 days.EatingPickG early August; use August–September
Pitmaston Pineapple [6] Cross section of Pitmaston Pine Apple, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1955-024).jpg Moseley, Worcester, Englandc.1785A dessert apple known since 1785. Small oblong apples with a yellow-green russeted skin. Width 53 mm (2.1 in), height 49 mm (1.9 in). Stalk medium. Flesh is yellow, firm, juicy, intense nutty, honeyed flavour with, as the name suggests, tropical undertones and some balancing acidity. Trees are biennial but produce heavy crops in the 'on' year.EatingPick mid-September; use October–December
Pixie [6] agm [187] [30] England1947Resistant to scab and mildew. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is creamy white, crisp, intensely aromatic, Cox-like flavour, but sharper. FCC from RHS in 1972.EatingPick early–mid-October; use December–March
Pixie Crunch (a.k.a. Coop 33) [188] New Jersey, USCross made 1971, selected 1978A greenish-yellow apple with purple-red overcolor (90–100%). Width 66–74 mm (2.6–2.9 in), height 56–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). SS 12.3. Flesh is yellow-white, crisp, breaking, juicy, subacid.EatingPick September 12–18. Use September–November.
Pohorka [3] Malus Pohorka 4235.jpg Yugoslavia1960P Cox Orange x Ontario. Flesh is juicy, aromatic, subacid.EatingPickE late October. PickG early October. Use December–June.
Pomme Grise [9] [8] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000676.jpg <1850Width 61–63 mm (2.4–2.5 in), height 45–50 mm (1.8–2.0 in). Stalk 12–14 mm (0.47–0.55 in). Flesh is yellow, juicy, aromatic, subacid, delicious.EatingUse January–March
Pomme Royale (see Dyer)
Pommerscher Krummstiel (a.k.a. Krummstiel, Krummstengel, Gestreifter Römerapfel) [14] Pommerscher Krummstiel 02.jpg Vorpommern, Germany<1798A yellow apple with red stripes. Width 65–80 mm (2.6–3.1 in), height 65–80 mm (2.6–3.1 in). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Flesh is greenish-white, juicy, subacid. Quality: cooking good, eating fair.CookingPick October; use November–February
Ponyik alma (a.k.a. Poinikapfel) [16] Hungary<1872A green yellow apple with brown overcolour. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in).EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–January.
Poorhouse [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000672.jpg Kentucky, US<1880Flesh yellow, juicy, subacid. Very good.EatingUse December
Porter's [9] [25] [26] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00000703.jpg Sherburne, Massachusetts, US<1850Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Smallish, squat, deep golden yellow colour with red blush and firm, Flesh is yellow, fine-grained, aromatic, subacid, good to very good. Tree is vigorous, healthy, productive.Eating, cooking, ciderUse August–October. Pick E September.
Pott's Seedling [6] Potts' Seedling on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-223).jpg Cheshire, England1849Pale green to yellow colour. Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk length is variable. Flesh is greenish white, soft, acid.CookingPick early September; use September–October
Pound Sweet (a.k.a. Briar Sweet) [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001440.jpg Manchester, Connecticut, US1834Amber coloration. Used mostly for making apple butter. Russets. Does well in moderate cold. Suitable to areas with snowy winters.Cooking
Prairie Spy [10] Excelsior, MinnesotaCross made 1913, selected 1923, introduced 1940.P unknown. Flesh is crisp, juicy. Fruit most nearly resembles Northern Spy.Eating, cookingPick October
Present van Holland [15] Cross section of Present van Holland, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1945-078).jpg NetherlandsIntroduced 1940A yellow to greenish apple with red stripes. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Flesh is white, juicy, subacid. P Present van Engeland x Brabant Bellefleur.EatingUse January–April
Priam [189] [190] Malus-Priam.jpg Lafayette, Indiana, USCross made 1951, first fruited 1956, introduced 1971Greenish yellow, striped or blushed with red. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in). Flesh is creamy white, crisp, subacid. Ripens with Cortland.EatingPick one week before Delicious. Use October–January.
Priestly [8] [191] Pomological Watercolor POM00002989.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1820Flesh is white, juicy, aromatic. Tree is vigorous, productive.Eating. Cooking.Use December–March
Prima (a.k.a. Co-op 2) [192] Malus-Prima.jpg United States1958, introduced 1970Resistant to scab and most diseases. Ripens 3 weeks before Jonathan.EatingPick45 September 3. Pick55 August 27.
Primevére [193] New York, USCross made 1962. Selected 1969.A red apple. Width 68–76 mm (2.7–3.0 in), height 65–76 mm (2.6–3.0 in). Stalk is short. Flesh is pale green, firm, crisp. Tree is vigorous.EatingPick October 7–10. Use October–March.
Primate (a.k.a. Scott, Powers, July Apple) [8] [26] [25] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002992.jpg US<1830Width 72–94 mm (2.8–3.7 in), height 62–76 mm (2.4–3.0 in). Stalk 16–25 mm (0.63–0.98 in). Tree is hardy, very productive. Flesh is white, tender, subacid, very good or best.EatingPick late August; use September–October
Primicia [17] [194] New Jersey, US/BrazilCross made 1975, selected 1982.Yellow with red overcolor (80–100%). P D1R101T117 x D1R103T245. Flesh is juicy, subacid, fair. Tree is very productive.EatingPick 3 week before Gala.
Primula [4] Poland
Princesa [17] BrazilIntroduced 1988P NJ 56 x Anna. Flesh is sweet, subacid.Eating
Prinzenapfel see Melonenapfel
Priscilla (a.k.a. Co-op 4) [192] Cross section of Priscilla, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-179).jpg USIntroduced 1972A red apple.EatingPick45 September 4. Pick55 August 28.
Pristine (a.k.a. Coop 32) [195] [196] [43] Malus 'Pristine' 3.jpg West Lafayette, Indiana, United StatesCross made 1974, selected 1982, introduced 1994A lemon yellow apple. Resistant to most diseases. Width 64–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in), height 56–66 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Overcolor 8%. Flesh is yellow, crisp, subacid.EatingPick45 July 30. Pick55 July 20. Use August.
Pryor Red [8] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00003007.jpg Virginia, US<1830Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Flesh is yellow, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse January–March
Pumpkin Sweet [8] [26] [25] [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003072.jpg Connecticut, US<1834A very large sweet apple. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 17 mm (0.67 in). Biennial. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, juicy, very sweet, peculiar flavor. Quality good for baking.Baking, cookingUse September–October
Puritan [197] Amherst, Massachusetts, USCross made c. 1931, Introduced 1953A red apple with white flesh, medium size. Tendency to bear biennially. Parentage McIntosh x Red Astrachan.EatingPick an use as Early McIntosh.
Purpurroter Cousinot (nl. Roode Kroons-Appel) [31] Malus Purpurroter Cousinot 4308.jpg Possibly Holland<1760A yellow apple striped with red. Width 60–70 mm (2.4–2.8 in), height 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in).Cooking, juiceUse December–May.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Queen [6] [30] [15] [12] Queen (apple).jpg Essex, EnglandRaised 1858, introduced 1880Large cooking apple. FCC from RHS in 1880. Width 78–89 mm (3.1–3.5 in), height 57–64 mm (2.2–2.5 in). Stalk 13–18 mm (0.51–0.71 in). Cells ovate, axile.CookingPick late August; use September–December
Querina see Florina
Quince (a.k.a. Cole's Quince) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003080.jpg US<1850A medium-sized ribbed apple. Flesh is yellowish-white, juicy, aromatic, subacid.CookingUse November–January
Quinte [24] Cross section of Quinte, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1965-009).jpg Canada1964A red oblong apple. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). P Crimson Beauty x Red Melba.EatingPick August
Quittenförmiger Gulderling [27] Malus-Quittenformiger-Gulderling.jpg Germany<1830Width 62–78 mm (2.4–3.1 in), height 56–80 mm (2.2–3.1 in). Stalk 6 mm (0.24 in).CookingUse November–February

R

Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Råby Rubin [79] Raby rubin.jpg Swedenc.1960A small greenish-yellow apple with red flush. Flesh is juicy, subacid, aromatic, good.EatingPick October; use October–December
Rafzubin see Rubinette
Ragan (a.k.a. Ragan's Red) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002996.jpg Indiana, US<1870A green apple striped with red. Flesh is yellowish-white, pleasant, juicy, spicy, subacid. Tree is hardy, vigorous.EatingUse October–November
Rainha [17] Brazil1975P Golden Delicious x Valinhense. Flesh is sweet, subacid.Eating
Rajka [20] Malus Rajka Apple.JPG Czechoslovakia1983A scab-resistant apple. Parentage: Shampion x (Jolana x Rubin).EatingPick 10 days before Golden Delicious.
Ralls Genet (a.k.a. Ralls) [25] [26] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00002878.jpg Virginia, USc.1800Biennial. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is white, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, very good.EatingUse November–April
Rambo (a.k.a. Romanite of New Jersey, Bread and Cheese) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00002881.jpg US<1850Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh is greenish-white, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, vinous. DBH 160.Cooking, eatingPick50 October 10. Use October–December
Rambour de Flandre (see Flandrischer Rambour)
Rambour d'Hiver (a.k.a. Rambour Rouge, Rambour Doux) [198] [32] [33] [27] Rambour d'hiver.jpg France1628A green apple with red stripes. Width 75–105 mm (3.0–4.1 in), height 55–85 mm (2.2–3.3 in), weight 280 g (9.9 oz). Stalk 16–19 mm (0.63–0.75 in).Eating, cooking
Rambour Franc (a.k.a. Lothringer Rambour, Müschens Rosenapfel) [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 098.jpg France1665Yellow green with red flush. Width 87–112 mm (3.4–4.4 in), height 60–86 mm (2.4–3.4 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). DBH 119.Eating, cookingPick50 September 4. Use October–November
Rambour Papeleu [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 080.jpg Crimera, Ukraine1850Green with red flush. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in).Eating, cookingPick October; use October–December
Ramsdell (a.k.a. Ramsdell Sweet, Hurlbut, fr. Ramsdell) [9] [25] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00002888.jpg Connecticut, USc.1838Width 90 mm (3.5 in), height 89 mm (3.5 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, juicy, very sweet, good to very good.BakingUse September
Raritan [5] Cross section of Raritan, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1971-050).jpg New Jersey, USraised 1949A green apple flushed with red (70-90%). Width 62–69 mm, height 58mm. Stalk 18 mm. Flesh: crisp, juicy, subacid, flavour of raspberries. P (Melba X Sonora) X (Melba X ( Williams X Starr)). Scab resistant.EatingPickE mid-August. Use August–September.
Rawle's Janett see Ralls Janet
Reanda [19] Malus Reanda 4217.jpg Germany1993A red apple resistant to scab and fire-blight.Eating, cookingPick September; use October–January
Rebella [118] Apfel Rebella 16692.jpg Dresden-Pilnitz, GermanySelected 1986A yellow apple with red overcolor. Flesh is creamy-white, crisp, firm, aromatic. Resistant to apple scab, powdery mildew and fire blight.Eating
Red and Green Sweet [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003065.jpg US<1817Stalk short to medium. Flesh is white, tender, juicy, sweet.EatingUse August–September
Red Astrachan(cs. Astrachan cervený, de. Roter Astrachan, fr. Astracan rouge, pl. Oliwka czerwona [6] [11] [25] [9] [26] [32] [33] [12] [198] Red astrachan.jpg Russia or Swedenc.1800Extremely resistant to frost. Width 60–82 mm (2.4–3.2 in), height 76–83 mm (3.0–3.3 in). Stalk 12–14 mm (0.47–0.55 in). Cells ovate, axile. Flesh is white, fine, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good. The tree does not attain a large size. VitC 12.CookingPick August; use August
Red Canada (a.k.a. Poland, Richfield Nonsuch) [8] [9] [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00002979.jpg US<1820Width 74–81 mm (2.9–3.2 in), height 61–67 mm (2.4–2.6 in). Stalk 17–21 mm (0.67–0.83 in). Flesh is white, tender, crisp. Very good.EatingUse January–May
Red Delicious [117] [30] [6] [125] [31] [25] [7] Red delicious apples.jpg Iowa, USc.1870Unmistakable for its acutely conic shape, dark red colour and telltale bumps on bottom. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 19–22 mm (0.75–0.87 in). Flavour is sweet and mild. Extremely poor choice for cooking or cider; tastes terrible in pies. Original seedling known as "Hawkeye." Rights bought by Stark Brothers in 1893. First marketed as "Delicious" or "Stark's Delicious," name changed to "Red Delicious" in 1914 when Stark bought the rights to Mullin's Yellow Seedling, changing that apple's name to "Yellow Delicious". Red Delicious has many sports and ranks as the world's most prolific apple. Cold Storage 0.5oC 120 days. DBH 142-153.EatingPick45 October 12. Pick55 September 10. Use December–March
Red Devil [5] Cross section of Red Devil, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1999-070).jpg Kent, Englandraised 1975A green apple with scarlet flush (90%). Width 74–83 mm, height 55-70mm. Stalk 7 mm. Flesh pink-white, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, strawberry flavour. P Discovery x KentEating, juicePickE late September. Use October–December.
Red Duchess [10] New York, US1914. Introduced 1937A red mutant of Duchess.
Red Falstaff agm [199] Cross section of Red Falstaff, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1998-019).jpg Falstaff sport with red/orange flush to the skin, late, prolificEating
Redfree (a.k.a. Coop 13) [200] Cross section of Redfree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1983-052).jpg USIntroduced 1981A yellow apple with red stripes (80–90%). P Raritan x PRI 1018–101. Flesh is firm, subacid, good. Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in).EatingPick45 August 15. Pick55 August 5. Use August–September.
Redgold [10] Cross section of Redgold, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-025).jpg WashingtonSelected 1936, introduced 1946P Golden Delicious x Richared Delicious.Eating
Red Graham [10] Manistee, MichiganDiscovered 1926. Introduced 1936Mutation of Northern Spy.CookingRipens with McIntosh.
Red Gravenstein [201] Pomological Watercolor POM00003061.jpg Washington, USDiscovered 1907 or 1908, introduced 1924.A red sport of Gravenstein. DBH 109.Eating, cooking, piePick50 August 22.
Red June (a.k.a. Red Juneating, Carolina Red June) [26] [8] [9] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003006.jpg North Carolina, US<1848Flesh white, fine, tender juicy, subacid, good to very good. Width 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in), height 57–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in). Stalk 13–20 mm (0.51–0.79 in).EatingUse August–October
Red Juneating 1. see Red June
Red Juneating 2. see Early Strawberry
Red Juneating 3. see Margaret
Red Prince Red Prince Aepfel.jpg Weert, Netherlands1994Medium-sized, conic, uniform deep red skin. Flesh is white, crisp, sweet and juicy, with hints of cherry and almond. Excellent keeper. Chance seedling (a natural cross of Jonathan and Golden Delicious) discovered in 1994. Marketed throughout Europe, in 2001, Global Fruit in Ontario became exclusive growers of the variety in North America.Eating, cooking
Red Russet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000712.jpg New Hampshire, US<1875Stalk is short. Flesh is yellow, crisp, tender, subacid. Very good.EatingUse January–April
Red Sauce [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00000714.jpg Geneva, New York, US1917, introduced 1926P Deacon Jones x Wealthy. Flesh is subacid.CookingUse October
Red Spy [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00000718.jpg New York, USIntroduced 1923Mutation of Northern Spy.Cooking
Red Stripe [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00000724.jpg Possibly Indiana, US<1850Stalk is short. Flesh is whitish, tender, acid, juicy.Cooking, eatingUse July–August
Red Striped Graham [10] Manistee, Michigan, USDiscovered 1926, introduced 1936A striped apple. Bud mutation of Northern Spy. Tree growth is similar to Northern Spy.Ripens with McIntosh
Red Winesap(a.k.a. Strand Winesap) [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00000758.jpg Yakima, Washington, USDiscovered 1927. Introduced 1928 or 1930P unknown.
Red Winter Pearmain 1. see Buncombe
Red Winter Pearmain 2. see Kaighn
Red Winter Pearmain 3. see Long Red Pearmain
Red Winter Pearmain 4. see Milam
Red Winter Pearmain 5. see Westfield Seek-No-Further
Red York Imperial see Colora Red York
Reglindis [19] Malus Reglindis 4301.jpg Germany1990Yellow with red flush. Sugar 10.6%, acid 0.83%, juice yield 80%.Cooking, juicePick September; use October–November
Reinette Clochard [33] [202] Cross section of Reinette Clochard, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-236).jpg France<1850Width 67–73 mm, height 58 mm. Stalk short. Flesh yellowish, juicy, subacid. Tree vigorous.Eating, CookingPickE mid-October. Use January–March.
Reinette de Bayeux [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00001455.jpg France<1817Width 70–75 mm, height 58–65 mm. Stalk 8–22 mm. Flesh cream colored, firm, crisp, subacid, aromatic. TRIPLOID.Eating, Cooking, PieUse November - March
Reinette de Breda (see Breda Reinette)
Reinette de Bretange [27] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00000485.jpg France<1670Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in). Flesh is sweet, crisp.Eating, cooking, ciderUse November–February
Reinette Burchardt see Burchardt's Reinette
Reinette Coulon [203] [130] [7] Cross section of Reinette Coulon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1958-058).jpg Belgium1856Width 77–95 mm, height 61–80 mm. Stalk 25 mm. Flesh yellowish-white, fine grained, firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid. TRIPLOID. Parentage Dutch Mignonne x ? Cold storage 3oC 150 days.Eating, cookingPick late October. Use December - March.
Reinette de Carmes (a.k.a. Reinette des Carmes, Karmeliter Renette) [27] [33] Apfel 096 Karmeliter-Renette (fcm).jpg France<1700A yellow apple striped with red. Width 69–74 mm., height 53–70 mm. Stalk 17 mm. Flesh: juicy, subacid.EatingPick October. Use December–March.
Reinette de Caux (see Dutch Mignonne)
Reinette de Champagne [19] [27] [7] Malus Champagnerrenette 4574.jpg France1770A green apple. Width 66–79 mm (2.6–3.1 in), height 48–58 mm (1.9–2.3 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is crisp, juicy, acid. Cold storage 3oC 180 days. VitC 12. Density 0.84Cooking, eatingPickG late October. Pickg October 23–30. Use February–May
Reinette de Cuzy [32] [33] France<1863A yellow or green apple with russet and some red flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 8 mm (0.31 in).Use December–May.
Reinette de Damason (see Reinette de Mâcon)
Reinette de Dietz see Dietzer Gold-Reinette
Reinette de France [5] Reinette de France - OPL Peillac.jpg Belgium of France<1858An flat-round green apple with red overcolor and much russet. Flesh yellowish-white, crisp, juicy, subacid, slightly aromatic. Triploid. Parentage Court pendu plat x ? Very popular in France. Flowering very late.EatingPick October Use November - March.
Reinette de Geer [5] Cross section of Reinette de Geer, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-189).jpg Belgium1815Width 64–72 mm, height 50–56 mm. Stalk 12 mm. Flesh yellowish, fine grained, crisp, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingPick early October. Use November - February
Reinette de Mâcon (de. Damason Reinette, Reinette von Damason, fr. Reinette de Damason, Reinette de Maçon, ru. Renet Damason) [5] [33] [27] [198] Cross section of Reinette de Macon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1948-610).jpg Mâcon, France<1628A flat-round apple with red overcolor and much russet. Width 77 mm, height 62 mm. Stalk 12–15 mm. Flesh dry, subacid. Triploid.Eating, juice, ciderPickE early October. Use December–March.
Reinette de Metz [204] Cross section of Reinette de Metz, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-148).jpg France<1948Width 68–75 mm, height 55–60 mm. Stalk 16 mm. Flesh cream, firm, rich, sweet.EatingPickE early October. Use November–December.
Reinette de Montmorency [27] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00002984.jpg <1800A yellow apple with red flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet.Cooking, eatingUse January–May
Reinnete Diel [11] [27] Belgium<1801A beautiful dessert apple of first quality. Width 50 mm (2.0 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). The tree is a healthy and vigorous grower.EatingUse December–March
Reinette Dippedalle [27] Reinette Dippedale, Mons-Boubert, Somme, Fr, expo du 29-10-2017 (70).jpg France<1850Green with red flush. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April
Reinette Dorée(a.k.a. Französische Goldrennte, Geele Renet, Geele Fransche Renet, Reinette de Lorraine, Reinette Tulipe) [205] Franzosische Goldrenette jm55174.jpg France<1780Width 65–80 mm, height 55–65 mm. Stalk 10–22 mm. Flesh aromatic, subacid.EatingUse December - April
Reinette d'Orleans see Orleans Reinette
Reinette d'Osnabruck see Osnabrücker Reinette
Reinette du Canada(cs. Kanadská reneta, de. Kanada Reinette, Pariser Rambour Reinette, ru. Renet Kanadskii) [6] [3] [13] [31] [8] [16] [7] Reinette grise du Canada p1160060.jpg Normandy, France<1771Despite its name, it is an old French cultivar of domesticated apple. It is a reinette type of golden apple, with much russeting, which keeps shape in cooking. AM from RHS in 1901. If stored for some time it gets softer and is good to eat. Width 90–100 mm (3.5–3.9 in), height 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in), weight 170 g (6.0 oz). Triploid. Flesh is crisp, subacid, juicy. Cold storage 4oC 150 days. VitC 17. Density 0.80Eating, cooking, baking, juiceUse December–March
Reinette Franche [11] [32] [33] [57] Reinette Franche-vt450070.JPG Francec. 1510A dessert apple of first-rate quality. Width 70–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 62–77 mm (2.4–3.0 in). Stalk 11–20 mm (0.43–0.79 in). Flesh yellowish-white, firm. The tree is a free grower, but subject to canker. This cultivar is in the gentic pedigree of around 18% of all apple cultivars. 2EatingUse November–April
Reinette Grise(cs. Kožená reneta zimni, de. Graue französische Reinette, fr. Reinette grise, ru. Renet serîi, Renet serîi franțuzskii, sv. Allmän grå renett, Läderrenett) [11] [31] [33] [16] Malus - Graue Franzoesische Renette.JPG France<1800A very fine dessert apple. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 56–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in). The tree is a healthy and vigororus grower, and an excellent bearer. Flesh is greenish-white, juicy, subacid.Eating, juice, dryingUse November–May
Reinette Grise d'Automne(aka Graue Herbstrenette, cs. Kožená reneta podzimní) [31] [27] Malus-Graue-Herbstrenette.jpg France or Holland<1670A greenish-yellow apple with russet. Width 65–85 mm (2.6–3.3 in), height 50–75 mm (2.0–3.0 in). C 18. Flesh is greenish-white, juicy, subacid.Eating, juice, dryingUse October–January.
Reinette grise (de. Saintonge) [32] A green apple with russet. Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in).Use January–April
Reinette Harbert see Harbert's Reinette
Reinette Middelburg(a.k.a. Reinette von Middelburg) [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 096.jpg Netherlands<1819Yellow conical. Width 56–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in), height 52–62 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April
Reinette Oberdieck(ru. Renet Oberdika) [33] [16] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 090.jpg Germany ?<1865Width 70 mm, height 60 mm. Stalk 12–20 mm. Flesh yellowish, juicy, aromatic, subacid.EatingUse December - April.
Reinette Rouge Etoilée (a.k.a. Reinette Etoilée, Rothe Stern-Reinette) (nl. Sterappel) [6] [31] [27] Reinette-etoilee.jpg Belgium or Netherlands1830Round red apple. No ribs. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk is short and stout. Flesh is white, dry, subacid. VitC 3–14. Density 0.83EatingUse October–December
Reinette Russet [206] Angers, FranceSelected 1979Mutation of King of the Pippins. Width 63–76 mm (2.5–3.0 in), height 52–62 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Weight 117–204 g (4.1–7.2 oz). SS 14.9%, TA 1%Cider
Reinette Simerenko (see Wood's Greening)
Reinette Weidner see Weidner's Goldreinette
Reinette von Wormsley(a.k.a Reinette de Wormsley, Wormsley Pippin) [27] [12] [33] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 097.jpg England<1811Width 80–84 mm, height 63–72 mm. Stalk short. Flesh yellowish-white,tender, crisp, rich, brisk, aromatic. juicy, subacid. Cells roundish ovate, axile.Eating, cookingUse September - October.
Reka [19] Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1984, introduced 1993A green apple with red flush.EatingPick September; use September–October
Relinda [19] Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1993A scab resistant red apple. P Undine x F3.Eating, cookingPick October; use December–March
Remo [19] Malus Remo 4221.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, GermanyIntroduced 1990A green apple with red overcolor (50–100%). Resistant to powdery mildew, scab and fire blight. Sugar 12.9%. TA 1.58%.JuicePick September. Use September–October.
Renown [13] Cross section of Renown, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1968-061).jpg Welford Park, Berkshire, England<1908A conical uneven apple, covered with red flush. P Peasgood Nonsuch x Cox Orange. AM from RHS in 1908. Flesh is pale yellow firm, good. Raised by Charles Ross.Cooking, eatingPickE late September.
Rescue [10] Saskatchewan, CanadaIntroduced 1933P Blushed Calville x unknown.EatingPick late August
Retina [19] [207] Malus-Retina.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1991A yellow apple with red flush. P Apollo x F3. Resistant to scab.Eating, cookingPick September; use October
Rev. W. Wilks [6] [30] [76] Slough, Buckinghamshire, England1904, introduced 1908P Peasgood's Nonsuch x Ribston Pippin. Pastel green with a light pink flush. Very disease-resistant. Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 10–16 mm (0.39–0.63 in). Cooks to a light, pale puree, hardly needing any sugar. AM from RHS in 1904. FCC from RHS in 1910. Nearly resistant to apple scab and apple canker.CookingPick early September; use September–November
Rewena [19] Malus Rewena 4297.jpg Dresden-Pillnitz, Germany1991A green apple with purple overcolour (up to 80%). Resistant to scab, powdery mildew and fire-blight. P BV 67,47 x F3Eating, cookingPick August; use September
Rheinisher Krummstiel [31] [27] [3] Malus Rheinischer Krummstiel 4203.jpg Germany<1828A yellow apple, striped with red. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in). C 5. Stalk 7 mm (0.28 in). Flesh is yellowish-white, crisp juicy, subacid.Cooking, eating, juicePickG late October. Use December–April.
Rheinische Schafsnase [27] [14] Malus-Rh.-Schafsnase.jpg Germany<1886Width 71–84 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 64–83 mm (2.5–3.3 in). Stalk 9–15 mm (0.35–0.59 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet.CookingUse December–February
Rheinischer Winterrambour (a.k.a. Winterrambour) [3] Rheinischer Winterrambur jm55069.jpg Germany<1650A large apple. Flesh is greenish-white, juicy, sweet. VitC 15. TRIEating, cookingPickG early October. Use December–March.
Rhode Island Greening (a.k.a. Burlington Greening, Russine, Bell Dubois, Jersey Greening, fr. Verte de Rhode-Island) [6] [8] [26] [25] [12] [27] [33] Rhode Island Greening Apple outside.jpg Newport, Rhode Island, US1650sExtremely old variety for United States, second only to Roxbury Russet in age. Width 81–93 mm (3.2–3.7 in), height 65–74 mm (2.6–2.9 in). Stalk 16–24 mm (0.63–0.94 in). Cells obovate, axile. Grass-green colour with some possible russeting near stem. Bred to keep over winter; will store well. Occasional reddish pink blush. Flesh is yellow, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, very good. Excellent choice for pies and strudels when used for baking.Cider, cookingUse November–February
Ribston Pippin (a.k.a. Formosa Pippin, Glory of York, Travers Pippin) [6] [13] agm [208] [30] [25] [9] [26] [32] [15] [12] [33] [7] Ribston.jpg Knaresborough, North Yorkshire, England1708An irregularly-shaped and sometimes lopsided apple, usually round to conical and flattened at the base with distinct ribbing. Width 70–78 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 58–62 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 7–10 mm (0.28–0.39 in). Cells obovate, axile. Skin is yellow with an orange blush and red streaked with russet dots. Yellow flesh is firm, fine-grained, crisp, juicy, aromatic and with a pear-like flavour, subacid, very good. The original Ribston Pippin sprouted in 1708 from one of three apple pips sent from Normandy to Sir Henry Goodricke, 4th Baronet of Ribston Hall at Knaresborough. P Margil x Nonsuch Park. The original tree stood until 1835. It then sent up a new shoot and, on the original roots, lived until 1928.Cold storage 0oC 180 days. VitC 31. TRIEatingPick early October. PickG mid–late September. Use November–January
Richard's Graft (a.k.a. Red Spitzenberg, Strawberry, Derrikinan) [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003108.jpg New York, US<1852Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Biennial. Flesh is yellowish-white, tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good. Tree is medium-sized.EatingUse September–October
Richared Delicious [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003114.jpg WashingtonSelected 1915. Introduced 1926Mutation of Delicious. Trademarked by Columbia and Okanogan Nursery Company, Washington.Eating
Ridge [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003117.jpg US<1850A large apple. Flesh is yellowish, juicy, crisp, sweet, aromatic. Tree is a good grower and bearer.EatingUse March–April
Ringstad [23] [5] Ringstadsapple.jpg Swedenc.1800A yellow apple with red overcolour. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in).EatingPick September; use October–November
Risäter [23] Risater.jpg Swedenc.1800A yellow apple. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Flesh is subacid.Eating, cooking, ciderPick September; use October–November
Rival [6] [13] [52] [30] [15] Berkshire, England1900Round, flattened and somewhat uneven-shaped apple. A fairly good cropper, keeping well into December. Raised by Charles Ross. AM from RHS in 1900. Width 73–81 mm (2.9–3.2 in), height 58–64 mm (2.3–2.5 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in).Eating, cookingPick late September–early October; use October–December
Rivers' Early Peach [13] Cross section of Rivers' Early Peach, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-083).jpg Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, EnglandIntroduced 1893A yellow flat conical apple. Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Flesh is white, sweet, aromatic, dry. Stalk is short. Raised by Rivers' Nursery.EatingPickE early to mid-August. Use August.
Rivers' Nonsuch [5] Cross section of Rivers' Nonsuch, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-001).jpg Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire, England<1875A yellow apple with red stripes. Width 63–73 mm, height 47–53 mm. Stalk 25 mm. Raised by Rivers' Nursery.EatingPickE mid September. Use September–October.
Rock Pippin (a.k.a. Ridge Pippin, Lemon) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003131.jpg US<1850Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh is yellow, dry, acid.CookingUse December–March
Rokewood [5] Cross section of Rokewood, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-256).jpg Australia<1900Skin yellow, almost completely covered with deep red blush. Width 56 mm, height 50 mm. Stalk 18 mm. Tree is a vigorous grower and regular and heavy bearer. One of the very best keeping apples. Not suited for England.EatingRipens March–April in Australia.
Rolfe [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003132.jpg Maine, US<1857Stalk is short- to medium-length. Flesh is whitish, tender, juicy, sweet.EatingUse August–September
Roman Stem [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003136.jpg New Jersey, US<1800Flesh is juicy, aromatic, subacid, very good.EatingUse October–December
Rome Beauty(cs. Rimské krásné, de. Morgenduft, fr. Belle de Rome, ru. Rimskaia krasavița) [6] [9] [13] [26] [209] [125] [16] [3] Rome Apples, Newark Delaware Farmer's Market.jpg Rome, Ohio, United StatesIntroduced 1848Rounded, deep red, and very glossy. Width 72–86 mm (2.8–3.4 in), height 66–74 mm (2.6–2.9 in). Stalk 28 mm (1.1 in). Flesh is yellow, firm, crisp, juicy, aromatic, mild subacid, good. Develops an extraordinary depth and richness when cooked. DBH 162–175.Cooking, eatingPick 45 October 15. Pick55 September 25. Use November–May
Ronk [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000486.jpg Indiana, US1860An apple of the Vandevere type.EatingUse October–January
Roode Tulpappel [15] A yellow conical apple, striped and flushed with red. Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 7 mm (0.28 in).Pick early August. Use early August.
Rosemary Russet [6] [13] agm [210] [30] Cross section of Rosemary Russet (LA 65A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-143).jpg United KingdomFirst recorded 1831Flat conical, yellow with brick red flush, flesh crisp, yellow. Regular cropper. Flesh is creamy white, fine-textured, juicy, sweet, sharp, like 'Ashmead's Kernel'. Width 64–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in), height 55–60 mm (2.2–2.4 in). Stalk 24–28 mm (0.94–1.10 in).EatingPick late September; use November–March
Rosenhæger Danish [36] Denmark<1795A green apple with red overcolour. Width 53–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in), height 48–55 mm (1.9–2.2 in).EatingUse October–November
Rosenhäger Swedish [23] Sweden<1800A yellow apple with red overcolour. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in).EatingUse November–December
Ross Nonpareil [6] [13] [52] Ireland<1802, introduced to England 1819Small, round, even, covered russet with dark crimson markings. Flesh is white, firm, soft, rich aromatic, nonpariel flavour.EatingPicke late September. Use November–January
Roter Ananas [36] [211] Cross section of Roter Ananas, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-108).jpg Sieglitzerberg, Germany1854A red conical apple. Width 58 mm (2.3 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in).Cooking, eatingPick September; use September–October
Roter Eiserapfel [14] [3] [7] Malus-Roter-Eiserapfel.jpg Europe<1700A green apple with red flush. Width 75–80 mm (3.0–3.1 in), height 68–75 mm (2.7–3.0 in). Stalk 5–15 mm (0.20–0.59 in). Flesh is greenish-white, subacid, very hard. Quality: cooking good, juice good. Cold storage 2oC 120 days.Cooking, juicePickG mid-October. Use December–July
Roter Stettiner (a.k.a. cs. Vejlímek červený, Štétinské, de. Roter Winterstettiner, fr. Rouge de Stettin) [14] [33] [16] Malus Roter Stettiner 4285.jpg Germany or Poland<1800Greenish-yellow with red flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 11–15 mm (0.43–0.59 in). Flesh is yellowish-white, juicy, subacid. TRICooking, drying, juicePick October; use January–June
Roter Trierer Weinapfel [19] [14] [3] Malus Roter Trierer Weinapfel 4211.jpg Germany<1880A red apple for juice and cider. Width 55 mm (2.2 in), height 47 mm (1.9 in). Stalk 15–18 mm (0.59–0.71 in). Flesh is white to yellow-green, crisp, acid, juicy.Juice, ciderPickG late October; use November–March
Rote Sternrenette (see Reinette Rouge Etoilee)
Rother Jungfernapfel (a.k.a. Roter Böhmischer Jungfernapfel, cs. Panenské české, ru. Krasnîi petușok) [27] [14] [16] Malus Bohmischer Roter Jungfernapfel 4253.jpg Bohemia, Germany<1800A small apple. Width 49 mm (1.9 in), height 46 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is yellowish-white, juicy.Eating, cookingUse November–January
Rother Winterhimbeerapfel (a.k.a. Oberländer Winterhimbeerapfel, Zigeunerapfel) [24] Hungary<1850A red apple. Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Flesh is juicy, aromatic.EatingPick October; use November–March
Roundway Magnum Bonum [6] [13] [11] Roundway Park, Devizes, Wiltshire, England<1864Very large apple. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk is short to medium. A first-rate culinary or desert apple. Flesh is greenish-yellow, dry, sweet pear-like flavour.Eating, cooking
Rouville [4] [42] CanadaCross made 1962, selected 1972, introduced 1983A greenish-yellow apple with 75% red overcolor. Width 70–80 mm. Flesh white to reamy, juicy, subacid, fair to good. Tree vigorous.Eating, Cooking, Juice.
Roxbury Russet (a.k.a. Boston Russet, Putnam Russet, Warner Russet, Sylvan Russet, Belpre Russet, Marietta Russet, Howe's Russet) [9] [70] [26] [25] Roxbury Russet.jpg Massachusetts, United Statesc.1640First tree was a chance seedling grown in Roxbury, Massachusetts, now a neighborhood of Boston. Oldest known variety of apple in America, planted by Pilgrim Fathers as foundation stock for Massachusetts Bay Colony. Knobbly, russetted coat gives green skin a bronze tinge. Flesh cream coloured flesh, firme, coarse, tender, juicy, subacid good to very good. Width 70–89 mm (2.8–3.5 in), height 57–76 mm (2.2–3.0 in), stalk 12–26 mm (0.47–1.02 in). Excellent keeper; resistant to fireblight. Mild flavour. Multi-purpose apple that is a wonderful choice for pies, eating fresh, or cider. Still available in New England farmer's markets; commercial interest recently renewed in this cultivar because of its past use as a cider apple.Cooking (pies), eating, ciderUse January–June
Royal Gala [190] Matamata, New ZealandDiscovered 1971, introduced 1974Mutation of Gala. Flesh is yellow, firm, crisp, juicy.EatingRipens before McIntosh. In Missouri, late August.
Ros Picant Romania19th centuryCharacterized by its distinct, faintly spicy flavor. Green and yellow, mostly used for making cider and Pálinka.Cider, cooking, eating
Royal Jubilee (Graham's)(cs. Grahamovo, de. Graham, Grahams Jubiläumsapfel, ru. Graima iubileinoe, Zolotoe Graima, Graama iubileinoe.) [6] [13] [212] [3] [30] [15] [23] [16] Pomological Watercolor POM00000880.jpg Middlesex, England1888, introduced 1893Large yellow conical cooking apple. Width 65–90 mm (2.6–3.5 in), height 54–90 mm (2.1–3.5 in), weight 130–190 g (4.6–6.7 oz). Raised by John Graham of Hounslow. Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Tree is very dwarfed. Flesh is yellow, firm, subacid. Free from canker. VitC 5.Cooking, juicePickG mid-September; use October–December
Royal Late [13] England<1896A large yellow-green apple with russet. Am from RHS in 1896. Flesh is soft, yellow, juicy, subacid. Very liable to canker.Cooking
Royal Russet [11] England1597A most excellent culinary apple of first rate quality. Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in).CookingUse November–May
RozelaCzech Republic2008Flesh is medium firm, juicy with great aromatic flavour and delicate smell. The skin is attractive bright red with prominent lenticels. Annual producer of heavy crops, the resistant equivalent of Idared with outstanding flavour.Eating
Rubens (Civni) [118] Rubens apples on plate.jpg Ferrara, Italy1985A greenish-yellow apple with red to orange-red overcolor (60–100%). P Elstar x Gala. Flesh is creamy-white, firm, juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick 10 days after Gala.
Rubinette (a.k.a. Rafzubin) [19] [3] [7] Malus-Rubinette.jpg Rafs, Switzerland1966, Introduced 1982A yellow apple with red flush. P Golden Delicious x unknown. Flesh; juicy, aromatic, subacid. Cold storage 2-4oC 120 days.EatingPickG early–mid-October. Pickg October 1–10. Use October–December
Rubinola [20] Rubinola.jpg Czech RepublicParentage Prima x RubinEating, Juice
Rubinstar [42] Cross section of Rubinstar, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1986-046).jpg Gaiberg, Germany1980Bud mutation of Jonagold. 70-90% red overcolor.
Rubisgold [82] Sint-Truiden, Belgium2013Parentage Rubinstep x DelblushEatingripens with Golden Delicious
Ruddy [13] A round apple covered with red flush. Flesh is sweet, slightly aromatic. P Ecklinville x Mere de Menage. Raised by Charles Ross.
Rushock Pearmain [11] Rushock Pearmain on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2001-023).jpg Wocestershire England1821An apple of first-rate qualtity, almost entirely covered with russet. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in).EatingUse Christmas–April
Rutledge [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003297.jpg Possibly Texas, US<1892Tree is vigorous. Flesh is tender, juicy, subacid, sweet, fair to good.EatingUse January–May

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Sack and Sugar [13] [12] Englandc. 1820A yellow apple. Stalk is very short. Cells ovate, axile. Flesh is tender, juicy, aromatic, good.Cooking, eatingPick September
Saint Cecila [6] [52] Cross section of Saint Cecilia (LA), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1973-144).jpg Wales1900Even oval, golden yellow with crimson flush and stripes. Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). FCC from RHS in 1919.EatingPick early October; use December–March
Saint Clair [10] Illinois, USSeed planted 1913 or 1914. Introduced 1935 or 1947Resembles Wealthy. Tree is strong, productive.Eating
Saint Edmund's Pippin [6] [13] agm [213] [30] [12] Cross section of Saint Edmund's Pippin (LA 73A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1977-161).jpg Bury, St. Edmunds Suffolk, England1870sWidth 63 mm (2.5 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 12–22 mm (0.47–0.87 in). Cells ovate, axile. Unusual in the fact that it has scaly russet patches mixed with smooth. Raised by Mr. Harvey. One of the best early russets. Flesh is yellow, very juicy, vanilla/pear taste. Usually a light yellow-green.EatingPick mid-September; use September–October
Saint Everard [6] [13] [52] [158] Cross section of Saint Everard, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-024).jpg Papwoth Everard, near Cambridge, Cambridgeshire, England1900, introduced 1910Yellow striped with crimson. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). FCC from RHS in 1919. Flesh is crisp, yellow, juicy, excellent.EatingPick early September; use September
Saint German see Virginischer Rosenapfel
Saint Lawrence(fr. Saint-Laurent) [26] [57] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00003394.jpg <1831Width 60 mm, height 48 mm. Stalk 20mm. Flesh is tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid.EatingUse September–October
Saint Martins [13] Cross section of Saint Martin's, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-086).jpg Hertfordshire, England<1896Brownish red with russet. Width 54 mm, height 50 mm. Sweet flavoured with a hint of lemons.. AM from RHS in 1896. P Bess Pool x Cox Orange.EatingPickE late October. Use October - December
Salome [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003310.jpg Illinois, USc.1853Yellow with red flush, round oblate. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Tree is vigorous, large. Flesh is yellow firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good.EatingUse November–March
Saltcote Pippin [6] [52] [214] Cross section of Saltcote Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1926-023).jpg England<1918Good flavour reminding one of Mother. Award of Merit from RHS in 1928. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk is short or medium-length. Flesh is juicy, sweet, aromatic.EatingPick early October; use November–January
Samo [37] FinlandIntroduced 1981A greenish-yellow apple. P Melba x Huvitus. Flesh is sweet, subacid.EatingPick September
Sandra [37] FinlandIntroduced 1996A red Apple. P Lobo x Huvitus. Flesh is sweet, subacid.EatingPick mid-September
Sandringham [13] Cross section of Sandringham, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-087).jpg Norfolk, EnglandIntroduced 1884A yellow apple. FCC from RHS in 1883. P Woodford x King of the Pippins. Flesh is yellowish, firm, soft, subacid.Cooking
Sanspareil [52] [13] Cross section of Sanspareil, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-226).jpg England<1899Medium to large, even round apple. Yellow red stripes. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1899.Cooking, eatingUse February–May
Santana [20] [215] Apfel Santana mit Schnittflache.jpg Wageningen, Netherlands1978Scab resistant. Parentage Elstar x Priscilla.Eating
Särsö (a.k.a. Mignon, Cloetta) [24] [79] Sarso.jpg Sweden<1917Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 25 mm (0.98 in). Flesh is subacid, fair to good.Eating, cooking, jamPick late September; use October–November
Saturn [5] Cross section of Saturn, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1997-023).jpg Kent, England1980Parentage Falstaff x Cox Orange Pippin. Scab resistant. Flesh sweet.EatingPickE September. Use October - December.
Scarlet Cranberry [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003181.jpg Virginia, US<1865Flesh is crisp, juicy, astringent, subacid, fair to good.Eating
Scarlet Nonpareil(fr. Non-pareille Écarlate) [11] [13] [33] Cross section of Scarlet Nonpareil, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-005).jpg Surrey, England1773A very excellent dessert apple of first-rate quality. AM from RHS in 1901. Flesh is pale yellow, sweet, firm, good. Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in).EatingUse January–March
Scarlet O'Hara [216] New Jersey, USCross made 1971, selected 1978, introduced 2000.A yellow apple with red flush. Diameter 70–76 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Stalk 28–33 mm (1.1–1.3 in). Flesh is yellow, firm, very crisp, subacid.EatingPick one week beforde Delicious.
Scarlet Pearmain(de. Scharlachrote Parmäne, fr. Écarlate d'été, ru. Parmen krasnîi, Șafran krasnîi.) [11] [13] [39] [12] [16] Cross section of Scarlet Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-227).jpg Middlesex, Englandc.1800A dessert apple of first rate quality. The tree is a free and vigorous grower. Flesh is yellow, tender. Width 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 54–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Weight 95-100 gram. Cells obovate, axile.EatingUse October–January
Scarlet Pippin [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003183.jpg Ontario<1895Stalk short. Flesh is white, juicy, subacid.EatingUse September–October
Scarlet Staymared [10] Washington, USIntroduced 1936A red apple.Cooking
Scarlet Tiffing [12] England<1875A valuable and excellent culinary apple. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in).CookingUse November–December
Schellinkhout [15] Netherlands1885A yellow conical apple with red stripes (0–20%). Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in).EatingUse October–November
Schmidberger [33] Schmidtberger Renette.JPG Austria<1873Width 70 mm, height 60 mm. Stalk 16 mm. Flesh white, firm, aromatic, subacid.Eating, JuiceUse December - March
Schoolmaster [12] [13] Cross section of Schoolmaster, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1920-017).jpg Lincolnshire, England1855, introduced 1882A fine cooking apple. FCC from RHS in 1880. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk is very short. Cells obovate, axile. P Golden Noble x Dumelow. Flesh is white, crisp, acid.CookingPickE mid-October. Use November –January.
Scrumptious agm [217] Apple Scrumptious.jpg Kent, England2003Sweet and crisp. Self-fertile, mid-season variety that ripens in early September and will store well for about a month. The blossom is frost hardy resulting in heavy crops and the tree can be grown in all areas of the UK. The flesh is crisp and aromatic, and the thin skin turns a deep red as it develops.Eating
Scweizer Orange [3] [7] Cross section of Schweizer Orange, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1956-014).jpg SwitzerlandRaised 1935, introduced 1954A green-yellow apple with red orange flush. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in), weight 105 g (3.7 oz). Cold storage 2oC 150 days.Eating, cookingPickE mid-October.
Secor [10] Iowa, USIntroduced 1922P Salome x Jonathan. Free from Jonathan spot in storage.EatingUse January–April
SeeandO Red Rome 262 [10] Washington, USIntroduced 1943Mutation of Rome Beauty.Eating
Seneca Favorite [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003399.jpg US<1853Stalk is long to medium. Flesh is crisp, tender juicy, subacid, very good.Eating, cooking.Pick September. Use September–December.
September Beauty [5] [13] Bedfordshire, England1885Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). FCC from RHS in 1885. A yellowish-green apple, striped with orange. Flesh is yellow, tender. Skin is slightly russetted.EatingPick mid-September. Use September–November.
Serinka [33] Serinka jm55095.jpg Lithuania<1852Width 68 mm, height 58 mm. Stalk 12 mm. Flesh aromatic, subacid.EatingPick September. Use September.
Shackleford [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003208.jpg Missouri, US<1883Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 69 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, fair to good.EatingUse November–April
Shampion (see Champion)
Sharp [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003216.jpg Illinois, US<1889Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh is tender, crisp juicy, sweet, very good.EatingUse October–November
Sharon [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003214.jpg Iowa, USIntroduced 1922A red striped fruit. P McIntosh x Longfield. Tree is vigorous, productive, hardy.Eating
Shinano SweetNagano, Japan1978Mid-season crops. Tsugaru x Fuji Eating
Shiawasse (a.k.a. Shiawasse Beauty) [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003315.jpg Michigan, USIntroduced 1862Width 81 mm (3.2 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Flesh is white, subacid, aromatic.EatingUse October–January
Shockley [8] [33] Shockley apple.jpg Jackson County, Georgia, United States1852Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Yellowish and green skin with reddish stripes. Flesh is crisp, juicy, sweet taste with vinous flavour. Tree moderately vigorous.Eating, preservesUse February–May
Shoesmith [6] Surrey, England<1930P Lane's Prince Albert x Golden Noble. Width 93 mm (3.7 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk is medium to long. Flesh is white, soft, juicy, subacid.CookingPick late September. Use September–December.
Shotwell Delicious [10] Washington, US1928Mutation of DeliciousEating
Siely's Mignonne [12] Englandc.1800Yellow covered with russet. Width 45 mm (1.8 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Flesh is greenish yellow. Juice is highly aromatic and of most excellent flavour.Eating, juiceUse November–February
Signe Tillisch(cs. Signe Tillisch, de. Signe Tillisch, fr. Signe Tillisch, ru. Sini Tilliş) [3] [15] [16] [7] Signe Tillisch.jpg Denmark1866A yellow apple with red flush. Width 70–90 mm (2.8–3.5 in), height 55–80 mm (2.2–3.1 in), weight 95–200 g (3.4–7.1 oz). Parentage Alexander x London Pippin. Cold Storage 1oC 60 days. VitC 7.Eating, cookingUse September–October
Sirius Sirius (apple) jm123575.jpg Czech Republic2007Flesh is yellow, firm, crisp, finely-grained, very juicy, well balanced sugar and acid level, with a rich flavourEating
Sir John Thornycroft [52] Cross section of Sir John Thornycroft, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-020).jpg United Kingdom<1911Above medium size, shing[ clarification needed ] yellow with pinkish red flush on sunny side. AGM from RHS in 1911.EatingUse October–March
Sir Prize (a.k.a. Co-op 5) [192] [218] [3] Cross section of Sir Prize, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1974-180).jpg USFirst fruited 1961, Introduced 1975A yellow apple with a waxy finish. Width 76–83 mm (3.0–3.3 in), height 76–83 mm (3.0–3.3 in). Flesh is yellow to white, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingPick55 September 20. PickG early October. Use October–December.
Sir William Gibbon's [12] England<1880A calville-shaped excellent culinary apple. Width 96 mm (3.8 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk is very short.CookingUse November–January
Sitchamton Russet [12] England<1876A dessert apple of good quality. Skin covered with grey russet. Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in). Stalk is short and stout. Flesh is yellowish, juicy, aromatic flavour.EatingUse December–February
Sköldinge [24] Skoldinge.jpg Swedenc.1800Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet, subacid, good.EatingPick early October. Use November–January.
Slack-Ma-Girdle Slack ma girdle.jpg Devonshire, England<1880Yellow streaked with red. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 47 mm (1.9 in). Stalk is very short.CiderPick mid-October. Use October–December.
Slastica [18] CroatiaYellow with red flush. Width 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in), height 40–60 mm (1.6–2.4 in), weight 70–100 g (2.5–3.5 oz). Short is stalk. Flesh is yellowish to white, firm, juicy, sweet. Disease resistant. Biennial.Eating, cooking, cider, dryingPick mid-October
Slatka šarenika (a.k.a. Šarenika) [18] MontenegroGreen with red flush. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Weight 149 g (5.3 oz). Stalk is medium-length. Flesh is juicy, sweet, aromatic.Eating, cookingPick mid-October. Use November–May.
Slatka srčika (a.k.a. Srčika) [18] CroatiaA yellow apple with red flush. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Weight 100–150 g (3.5–5.3 oz). Stalk is short. Flesh is juicy, sweet, subacid.Eating, cooking, cider, drying.Pick mid-October
Sleeping Beauty [11] Lincolnshire, England1851Medium-sized. A most excellent apple for all culinary purposes, and particularly for sauce.CookingUse November–February
Slor [17] IsraelIntroduced 1982Large conic, dark red stripes. Flesh is sweet, subacid.Eating
Small's Admirable [13] [11] [12] [33] Cross section of Small's Admirable, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1949-287).jpg Lincolnshire or Buckinghamshire, Englandc.1850Width 72 mm, height 58 mm. Stalk 20 mm. An excellent kitchen and dessert apple. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid.Cooking, eatingPickE mid-October. Use November–December.
Smaragd [129] Novi Sad, SerbiaCross made 1992, selected 1999.A green apple with no overcolor. P Granny Smith x McIntosh Wijcik. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Weight 175 g (6.2 oz). Stalk 21 mm (0.83 in). Flesh is fine, crisp, juicy. SS 11.6, TA 1.03
Smart's Prince Arthur [6] Cross section of Smart's Prince Arthur, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-261).jpg Kent, England<1883A yellow apple with purplish red stripes (50–100%). Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 77 mm (3.0 in). Flesh is pale yellow, firm, dry, subacid.CookingPick late September–early October. Use November–April.
Smith's (a.k.a. Smith's cider, fr. Popular Bluff) [9] [8] [26] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00003330.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1825Width 70–83 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 60–76 mm (2.4–3.0 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Tree is very vigorous. Flesh is white, tender, juicy, crisp, subacid, good.Cooking, ciderUse December–March
Smokehouse [8] [26] [25] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00003360.jpg Mill Creek, Pennsylvania, US1837Width 82–88 mm (3.2–3.5 in), height 64–68 mm (2.5–2.7 in). Stalk 19–23 mm (0.75–0.91 in). Greenish-yellow with flushed red-orange stripes. The yellowish-white flesh is crisp and tender with a spicy-sweet flavour that tastes like cider. Excellent all-purpose apple. Unusual in that it also makes excellent cider. Seedling discovered growing next to the smokehouse on William Gibbons' farm in Mill Creek, PA. Bears fruit from young age. Tree moderately vigorous.Eating, cooking, ciderPick45 September 10. Use September–February.
Snow apple see Fameuse
Snövit [24] Snovit.jpg Sweden1936Yellow with red flush. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). P Stenbock x Pfirsichroter Sommerapfel.EatingPick September. Use September.
Södermanlands kalvill [79] [219] [24] Sodermanlands kalvill.jpg Sweden<1850Width 70–100 mm (2.8–3.9 in), height 61–86 mm (2.4–3.4 in). Stalk 17–18 mm (0.67–0.71 in). Flesh is juicy, aromatic, good.EatingUse October–December
Södermanlands äpple [79] [219] [24] Sodermanlands apple.jpg Sweden<1800Width 65–83 mm (2.6–3.3 in), height 65–79 mm (2.6–3.1 in). Stalk 19–28 mm (0.75–1.10 in). Flesh is juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse September–December
Somerset [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003366.jpg US<1869Tree is an early bearer. Flesh is white, juicy, aromatic, very good.EatingUse September–October
Sonya New Zealand2000Cross between a Red Delicious and Gala. Coppery coloration. Crisp.Eating
Sops-in-Wine 1 [13] [11] [214] Cornwall or Devonshire, England<1688Width 64–70 mm (2.5–2.8 in), height 53–70 mm (2.1–2.8 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in). Strong ribbing. Tree is vigorous. Flesh is white-pinkish, tender, sweet.Cooking, ciderPick mid-October. Use October–February
Sops of Wine (a.k.a. Sops-in-wine 2) [8] [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003367.jpg US or UK<1850Flesh is yellow tinged with red. Juicy, subacid, good to very good. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Tree is vigorous, very hardy, an excellent bearer and not subject to canker.EatingPick August. Use August–September.
Sowman's Seedling [29] Sowman's Seedling on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-070).jpg Lancashire, EnglandRaised 1914. Introduced 1927A large green apple. P Grenadier x Bismark. Very susceptible to Bitter Pit.CookingUse August–September
Sparreholm [24] Sparreholm.jpg Sweden1868Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 77 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in).EatingPick September. Use September.
Spartan [30] [6] [7] Spartan.jpg British Columbia, CanadaCross made 1926. Selected and introduced 1936.Round-conical, yellow, 75–100% flushed crimson. Strong aroma. Prone to canker. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 56–58 mm (2.2–2.3 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Good all-purpose, medium-sized apple. Has a bright red blush and may have background patches of greens and yellows. Popular across border in United States as well. Cold storage 1oC 120 days.Cooking, eating, ciderPick45 September 16. Pick55 September 1. PickE early October. Use November–February.
Spencer [6] [220] Summerland, British Columbia, CanadaCross made 1926, selected 1938, introduced 1959A yellow apple with red flush (50–75%). Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk is long. Flesh is creamy white, firm, crisp, juicy, sweet. Parentage: McIntosh x Golden Delicious.EatingPickE mid- to late October. Use October–January.
Spigold [6] Geneva, New York, USA greenish yellow apple with purplish red flush (25–50%). Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk is long. Flesh is creamy white, juicy, sweet. TRIEatingPickE mid-October. Use November–February.
Splendour/Splendor Cross section of Splendour, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1961-074).jpg New Zealand1948Descendant of Red Dougherty x Golden Delicious, ancestor of Pacific Rose and Aurora Golden Gala Eating
Stanard (a.k.a. Stannard) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003155.jpg New York, US<1850Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh is yellowish-white, tender, very juicy, acid to subacid. Very good. Superior for cooking.Eating, CookingUse November–February
Star [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002356.jpg New York, US ?<1850A roundish oblate apple, splashed with crimson. Stalk short. Flesh, white, subacid.Good.EatingUse November
Stäringe Karin [79] Staringe Karin.jpg Sweden<1902Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). A green apple with red flush. Flesh is juicy, subacid, good.EatingPick late September
Star of Devon [6] [13] Devonshire, EnglandIntroduced 1905Oblong-shaped yellow apple with red stripes. AM from RHS in 1905. Flesh is white, soft, poor. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 48 mm (1.9 in).EatingPickE early October. Use October–April.
Stark [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003192.jpg Possibly Ohio, US<1867Width 92 mm (3.6 in), height 84 mm (3.3 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Tree is vigorous, hardy, healthy. Flesh is yellow, firm, fine, tender, juicy, mild subacid, fair to good.Eating, cookingUse November–April
Stark Earliest [10] [30] [6] [7] Malus domestica 'Stark's Earliest'. Locatie De Kruidhof 02.JPG Idaho, US1938. Introduced 1944.Width 57–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in), height 45–60 mm (1.8–2.4 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Does nicely in fruit salads. Red striping on light background. Cold storage 4oC 20 days.EatingPickE early August. Use August–September.
Starkey [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003199.jpg Maine, US<1875Stalk is medium-length. Flesh is white, juicy, crisp, subacid, very good.EatingUse October–January
Starr [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003158.jpg New Jersey, US<1870Flesh is whitish, subacid. Good. Stalk is slender.CookingUse July–September
Starking [10] (a.k.a. Starking Delicious, Double Red Delicious) (ru. Prevoshodnoe dvoinoe) [31] [16] Pomological Watercolor POM00003204.jpg Monroeville, New Jersey, USA1921. Introduced 1924A red mutation of Delicious. Width 60–80 mm (2.4–3.1 in), height 60–80 mm (2.4–3.1 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet. VitC 13. Density 0.82EatingUse December–March
Starkspur Golden Delicious [86] Yakima, Washington, USDiscovered 1959, introduced 1961Mutation of Golden DeliciousEating
Stayman [25] [26] [125] [7] Mele stayman.jpg US1866Dullish red skin often covered with a light russet. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Tart, wine-like flavour. Flesh is yellow, firm, coarse, tender, juicy, mild subacid, aromatic, good to very good. Stores well. Particularly known for tangy cider. Cold storage 1oC 150 days. DBH 166–175.Cider, cooking, eatingPick45 October 7. Pick55 September 25. Use January–May. DBH 167.
Staymanred [10] Virginia, USDiscovered 1926. Introduced 1929A red apple. Mutation of Stayman Winesap.
Stenkyrke [24] Stenkyrke.jpg Swedenc.1750A yellow conical apple. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Flesh is juicy, subacid, very good.EatingUse November–January
Sterappel (see Reinette Rouge Etoilee)
Stina Lohmann [31] Malus - Stina Lohmann.JPG Kellinghusen, Holstein, Germanyc.1800A yellow apple striped with red. Width 65–80 mm (2.6–3.1 in), height 50–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in). C 17. Flesh is yellow-white, crisp, juicy, subacid. C 17.Eating, cookingUse January–May
Stirling [10] British Columbia, Canada.Introduced 1936P Yellow Newtown x unknown. Flesh is crisp, juicy. Short storage life.Eating
Stirling Castle [6] [13] [11] [30] [12] Stirling Castle on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-090).jpg Stirlingshire, Scotland<1831Width 67–76 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 54–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). Cells wide open obovate, abaxile. Medium size, round, flattish, even apple. Flesh is white, juicy, acid very soft. Old trees canker badly.CookingPickE mid-September. Use September–December.
Stoke Edith Pippin [11] Herefordshire, England1872An excellent dessert apple. Flesh is yellow firm, crisp, brisk and juicy, sweet, and with a perfumed flavour. Width 50 mm (2.0 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in).EatingUse November–February
Stolovača [18] Serbia<1900A green apple. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 45–55 mm (1.8–2.2 in). Weight 155–185 g (5.5–6.5 oz). Stalk is short. Flesh is white, subacid.Eating, cookingPick late September–early October
Stonetosh [52] CanadaIntroduced 1922P Stone x McIntosh. Fleshbis soft, juicy, sweet, white. Triploid.EatingPick early October. Use October–February.
Strand Winesap see Red Winesap
Streifling Herbst Netherlands or Western EuropeSour-sweet flavor. Popular in Eastern EuropeEating, juice, jam, compote, drying
Striped Beefing [11] [27] [6] [12] Pom.Mon.Hefte 1865 Gestreifter Beaufin.jpg Norfolk, EnglandFound 1794, introduced 1847.One of the best culinary apples; for baking it is unrivalled. Width 90 mm (3.5 in), height 72 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 10 mm (0.39 in). Cells obovate, axile or abaxile.BakingPickE early October. Use November–February.
Strode's Birmingham (a.k.a. Strode's) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003437.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1875A small yellow apple. Flesh is yellow, juicy, subacid. Good to very good. Tree vigorous.EatingUse September.
Sturmer Pippin [6] [30] [39] [11] [12] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00003442.jpg Sturmer,Haverhill, Suffolk, England<1831A bright greenish-yellow apple with a reddish-brown blush, often on one face only. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 12–25 mm (0.47–0.98 in). Cells obovate, axile, closed. Flesh white, crisp, juicy, subacid, aromatic. One of the best English keeping apples, with proper storage Sturmer Pippin lasts 4 to 5 months. Flavour is sprightly, more sharp than sweet when first picked, but improves dramatically in storage, becoming sweeter and richer, while maintaining its crisp texture. This keeping ability made it ideal for long journeys, as such, it was brought to Australia where it is still widely grown. Parent of Granny Smith.EatingPick mid-October. Use January–April.
Sugar Loaf Pippin [32] [12] A green conical apple. Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 85 mm (3.3 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Cells elliptical, abaxile.Pick early August.
Suislepper [23] Estonia<1870Flesh soft and aromatic. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). VitC 22.EatingPick September. Use September.
Šumatovka (a.k.a. Popadija) [18] Serbia<1900A yellow apple with red flush. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Weight 117 g (4.1 oz). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Flesh white, firm, crisp, sweet, subacid. Tree extremely vigorous.Eating, cookingPick October. Use November–January.
Summer Bellflower [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003447.jpg New York, US<1848Flesh tender, subacid, good. P Esopus Spitzenburg x unknown.Eating
Summerfree Italy1998Resistant to scab. Spreading habit with moderate vigour, fruit is large, average weight of 175 g (6.2 oz), skin is smooth, ripens 1–2 days before Gala, good storage ability.Eating
Summer Golden Pippin [11] [12] Cross section of Summer Golden Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1930-020).jpg England<1800A small apple, ripe in the end of August. Richer flavour than Yellow Ingestrie. Width 51 mm (2.0 in), height 54 mm (2.1 in). Cells obovate, axile, closed. Flesh yellowish, firm, very juicy, vinous and sugary flavour. The tree is a small grower. It is an early and abundant bearer.EatingPickE late august. Use within two weeks.
Summer Pearmain see Autumn Pearmain.
Summer Pearmain American (a.k.a. Early Summer Pearmain, American Summer Pearmain, Early Summer Pearmain) [56] [70] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00003345.jpg US<1817Greenish yellow with red overcolour. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 23 mm (0.91 in). Flesh yellowish, juicy, aromatic, mild, subacid.EatingUse August–September.
Summer Pippin [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003347.jpg Unknown origin, US, probably New York.<1800Flesh white, tender, moderately juicy, subacid. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk variable. Cavity deep.CookingPick mid August. Use August–September.
Summer Pound Royal (a.k.a. Pound Royale, Orange) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003303.jpg Unknown origin, US<1800Flesh white, fine-grained tender, juicy, subacid. Width 85 mm (3.3 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Tree is a strong grower. Once a profitable market variety.EatingUse August–September.
Summer Queen [9] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00003306.jpg US<1806Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 33 mm (1.3 in). Cavity deep. Flesh yellow, acid, spicy, aromatic.CookingUse July–August.
Summer Rambo (see Rambour Franc)
Summerred [6] [24] [3] [7] Summerred.jpg British Columbia, Canada1964, introduced 1974.Red apple. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). P (McIntosh x Golden Delicious) x unknown. Flesh is yellow to white, soft, juicy, subacid. Cold storage 1oC 60 days.EatingPick early September, PickG late August–early September. Use September–October.
Summer Rose [9] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00002350.jpg New Jersey<1806A small apple. One of the best early apples. Flesh white, juicy, subacid.Cooking, eatingUse June–August.
Summerset [82] Ohio, US2001, patented 2018Parentage Honeycrisp x Fuji. Flesh crisp, firm, juicy. Susceptible to scab and powdery mildew.
Summer Spitzenburg [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003632.jpg New York, US<1872Flesh is juicy, aromatic, good to very good. Biennial.EatingPick August. Use August–September.
Suncrisp [196] [221] N.J. USSelected 1971, introduced 1992Width 79 mm, height 73 mm. Parentage Golden Delicious x (Cortland x Cox Orange Pippin). Overcolor 28%. Flesh cream-colored, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingPick 11 days after Golden Delicious.
Sundance [222] USCross made 1964, selected 1972, introduced 2004.A greenish-yellow apple. Width 77 mm (3.0 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Stalk 18 mm (0.71 in). P Golden Delicious x (Winter Banana x PRI 2–19). SS 12.4%, TA 0.44%.Eating, juicePick 10–17 October. Use November–April.
Sunrise [196] [221] Summerland B.C. CanadaIntroduced 1991Width 75 mm, height 67 mm. A late summer apple. Flesh firm, crisp, juicy, sweet.PickE late August. Use August - September.
Sunset [30] [6] agm [223] [7] Sunset apples - geograph.org.uk - 235221.jpg EnglandRaised 1918, named 1933Easy to grow. Width 61–63 mm (2.4–2.5 in), height 51–54 mm (2.0–2.1 in). Stalk 15–22 mm (0.59–0.87 in). Has very similar flavour to Cox's Orange Pippin. Does not so well in heat. Cold storage 3oC 150 days.EatingPick late September. Use October–December.
Suntan [30] [6] [224] [42] Malus-Suntan.jpg Kent, EnglandRaised 1955, introduced 1974Fruits ripen orange-red, Flesh sharp and aromatic. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 54–56 mm (2.1–2.2 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Tree vigorous. TRIEatingPick mid-October. Use November–January.
Superior [10] Michigan, USIntroduced 1930P Duchess x Wealthy.EatingUse–December.
Surprise [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003636.jpg Possibly the USA small apple. Flesh stained with red.EatingUse November–January.
Sutton Beauty [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003686.jpg Sutton, Massachusettsc.1757Flesh is whitish, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse November–February.
Swaar (a.k.a. Hardwick) [8] [26] [25] [5] [33] Pomological Watercolor POM00003691.jpg New York, US<1804Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 19–26 mm (0.75–1.02 in). Flesh is yellowish, tender, aromatic, spicy, very good to best. Once one of the finest flavored apples in America. The trees bear fair crops.EatingPickE early October. Use October–March.
SweeTango (a.k.a. Minneiska) [123] SweeTango packaging close-up.jpg Minnesota, USSelected 1987. Introduced 2009.A yellow to green apple with red overcolor (70–95%). Width 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in). Flesh is creamy white, crisp, juicy. subacid. Viewed as a successor to the Honeycrisp by many growers.[ who? ]EatingPick 3–10 days before Gala.
Sweet Bough (a.k.a. Early Bough, Large Yellow Bough) [56] [25] [57] Pomological Watercolor POM00003696.jpg US<1806One of the finest summer apples, greenish-yellow. Flesh is white, juicy, slightly aromatic, good to very good. AC s.EatingUse August–September.
Sweet Delicious [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003697.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1922P Deacon Jones x Delicious. DBH 156.Eating, bakingPick50 October 3. PickE early October. Use November–January.
Sweet McIntosh [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003648.jpg Geneva, New York, USIntroduced 1922P Lawver x McIntosh.Eating, baking
Sweet Pippin [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003791.jpg US<1830Stalk short. Flesh is firm, moderately juicy, sweet. Good. Tree productive.EatingUse November–December
Sweet Pippin (see Moore Sweet)
Sweet Pippin (see Hog Island Sweet)
Sweet Rambo [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003793.jpg Pennsylvania,US ?Flesh whitish, juicy. Good to very good. Tree vigorous, not an early bearer.EatingUse October–December.
Sweet Romanite [9] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003794.jpg US<1850Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh is yellow, juicy, very sweet. Good to very good. Tree hardy, moderate bearer.Baking, cider, eatingUse December–April.
Sweet Russet [9] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003538.jpg US<1850Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk slender, 11 mm (0.43 in). Flesh is yellow, tender, juicy, sweet. Tree moderately vigorous.BakingUse August.
Sweet Russet (see Pumpkin Russet)
Sweet Russet (see Cheeseboro)
Sweet Sixteen [152] [42] Minnesota, USCross made 1937, selected 1950, introduced 1973.Large fruit, some russeting near top. Diameter 69–89 mm (2.7–3.5 in). Moderately acidic taste. P (Malinda x unknown) x Northern Spy. Tree is moderately vigorous. DBH 125–135.EatingPick45 October 14.
Sweet Winesap (a.k.a. Hendrick Sweet) [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003521.jpg US<1854A medium to large sized apple. Flesh, white, firm, fine, crisp, tender, juicy, sweet. Good to very good.EatingUse November - March.
Sweet Zinger [82] Ohio, US2001Parentage Goldrush x Sweet 16. Resistant to fire blight and scab.EatingPick early October in northeast Ohio.
Swiss Gourmet see Arlet
Switzer [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003536.jpg Russia<1870Flesh is white, juicy, subacid, good. Biennial.Cooking, eatingPick August. Use September–October.
Syke House Russet(fr. Syke-House) [13] [12] [33] Cross section of Unknown, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1994-025).jpg Yorkshire, England [11] 1780Width 65 mm, height 52 mm. Stalk 12 mm. Cells small, obovate, axile. Flesh yellowish, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid. One of the most excellent dessert apples. The tree is a free grower and an excellent bearer.EatingUse October–February

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Talman's Sweet (see Tolman Sweet)
Talvikaneli (see Vinterkanel)
Talvikki [37] Finland2003A large green apple with red flush. P Lobo x Yläkautto.Cooking, eatingPick mid-October.
Tamplin (a.k.a. Cissy) [13] Monmoutshire, Wales<1800Crimson red with dark broken stripes. AM from RHS in 1902. Flesh is yellowish, poor.EatingPickE early September. Use September.
Taunton Cross [5] Cross section of Taunton Cross, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1929-034).jpg Bristol, England1919Parentage Wealthy x ? Flesh white, soft, subacid. Tree vigorous.EatingPickE mid September. Use October - November.
Teser United States1944Resistant to scab.Eating
Tart Bough (a.k.a. Sour Bough) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003539.jpg US<1830Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid.Use August.
Tart Bough (see Early Harvest)
Tart Bough (see Champlain)
Telamon (a.k.a. Waltz) [42] Cross section of Telamon, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1996-073).jpg Kent, EnglandRaised 1976. Introduced 1989Flesh: sweet, crisp, juicy. Parentage McIntosh Wijcik x Golden Delicious.EatingPickE early October
Telstar [6] Cross section of Telstar, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1961-068).jpg New Zealand1934P Golden Delicious x Kidds Orange Red. Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk is long. Flesh is white, crisp, juicy, sweet.EatingPick mid-October. Use November–December.
Tetofski [9] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003744.jpg Russia<1831A small apple. Flesh is yellowish-white, firm, coarse, tender, aromatic juicy, subacid, fair to good.CookingUse June–July
Tewkesbury (a.k.a. Tewkesbury Winter Blush) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003746.jpg New Jersey, US<1850Width 60 mm (2.4 in), height 45 mm (1.8 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in). Flesh is yellow, subacid.EatingUse January–July.
Thomas Rivers (a.k.a. River's Codlin) [13] [52] Cross section of Thomas Rivers, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-230).jpg Hertfordshire, England<1892Round, conical, pale yellow with slight brownish flush, flesh crisp, yellowish, acid cooks extremely well. P Mother x Dumelow. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1892. Width and height 64 mm (2.5 in). Raised by Rivers' Nursery.CookingPickE early–mid-September. Use September–October.
Thompson [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003752.jpg Iowa, US<1892Flesh is white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, fair to good. Stalk is medium-length.EatingUse October–December.
Thorle Pippin (see Whorle Pippin)
Tiganka (a.k.a. Tiganka Alaia) [18] Moldova<1900A red apple. Width 73–82 mm (2.9–3.2 in), height 70–75 mm (2.8–3.0 in). Weight 80–115 g (2.8–4.1 oz). Stalk short. Flesh is juicy, subacid.Cooking, eatingPick mid-September. Use October–November.
Tiganka Grie [18] Moldova<1900A green apple with red flush. Width 70–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 70–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), weight 85–125 g (3.0–4.4 oz). Stalk medium to long. Flesh is juicy, subacid.Cooking, eating
Tinmoth [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003874.jpg Vermont, US>1857Flesh is tender, juicy, subacid, peculiar flavor, good. Tree is very productive.EatingUse October–December.
Titovka (a.k.a. Titus Apple) [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003875.jpg Russia<1870Flesh is white, juicy, subacid, good to very good. Tree is vigorous.CookingUse August–September.
Titus Pippin [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003808.jpg Long Island, US<1870Flesh is whitish yellow, juicy, tender, subacid. Good. Tree is productive.EatingUse December–February.
Tobias [37] FinlandIntroduced 2003A red conical apple. P Lobo x Huvitus.Cooking, eatingPick early October.
Tolman Sweet (a.k.a. Talman's Sweet) [9] [25] [26] Tolman Sweet apple image.png US1822Very sweet apple. Width 79 mm (3.1 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 27 mm (1.1 in). Once used to make dried fruit for winter. Flesh white, firm, dry, sweet, good to very good.Cider, cookingUse October–March.
Tom Putt [30] [6] [12] Pomological Watercolor POM00004235.jpg Trent, Dorset, England<1800Small to medium, flat and irregularly shaped apple. Green, usually covered entirely with a bright red blush. Width 65–78 mm (2.6–3.1 in), height 55–63 mm (2.2–2.5 in). Cells ovate, axile, open. Crisp, sharp flavour. An excellent cooker and ideal single-variety cider apple. Softens during storage. Tree is vigorous and precocious. Scab-resistant. Seedling found by a Rev. Tom Putt of Trent, Somerset, England in the late 1700s. Triploid.Cider, cookingPickE early September. Use September–November.
Tompkins King (or King) [26] [25] 008king.jpg United StatesPossibly 1804Extremely large apple, and of excellent quality both as a dessert fruit and for cooking. The fruit shape is uniform and the skin mostly red with some yellow stripes. The flesh is yellowish and crisp. The fruit does not keep as well as some other apple cultivars.Eating
Topaz [20] ApfelTopaz159.JPG Czech Republic1990Parentage: Rubin × Vanda, scab-resistant, sharp flavour.Cider, cooking, eatingPick one week after Golden Delicious.
Tower of Glammis(fr. Tour de Glammis) [11] [30] [12] [33] Tower of Glamis (Scott) on tree, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1976-182).jpg Angus, Scotland.<1800A first rate culinary apple, once very popular in Lanarkshire. Greenish in colour, with some russeting near the stalk considered normal. [225] Width 73 mm (2.9 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 12–15 mm (0.47–0.59 in). Cells roundish obovate, abaxile. Triploid.Cooking.Pick late October. Use November–February.
Townsend [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003563.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1785Stalk is long. Flesh is white, tender, subacid, good to very good. Tree is healthy, vigorous. Good to very good.EatingPick late August.
Traders Fancy [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003600.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1840Flesh is white, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good. Tree is vigorous.CookingUse January–May.
Trajan [52] [226] Kent, EnglandIntroduced 1989Parentage Wijcik McIntosh x Golden Delicious. Dark red. Flesh is crisp, juicy, sweet. Pick September. Biennial bearing.EatingUse September–October.
Trenton Early [9] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003605.jpg New Jersey, USAIntroduced 1852Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid. Tree moderately vigorous, quite productive.Cooking, eatingUse August–September.
Trogsta [24] [28] Trogsta.jpg Sweden<1900Width 59–71 mm (2.3–2.8 in), height 50–59 mm (2.0–2.3 in). Stalk 9 mm (0.35 in). Flesh is juicy, good.EatingPick September.
Tropical Beauty [17] South Africac.1930P unknown. Flesh is soft, poor.EatingPickE early October. Use November–January.
Tropic Sweet [17] FloridaIntroduced 1996P polycross from Jerseymac x Anna selections. Width 70 mm (2.8 in). One of a handful of apple varieties that will grow in Florida; will not do well in cold weather at all.Eating
Trumbull Sweet (a.k.a. Fenton Sweet) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003609.jpg Ohio, US<1850Flesh is white, juicy, sweet. Tree is vigorous, productive, early bearer.BakingUse September–October
Tsáriskij schip [37] Estonia<1880Medium size conical. Yellow with red stripes.Cooking, eatingPick September. Use September.
Tsugaru [42] Cross section of Tsugaru, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1981-115).jpg Aomori, Japan1930A large apple. Parentage Golden Delicious × Jonathan Flesh firm, tender, mild, sweet, juicy, subacid.EatingPick 3 week before Delicious
Tufts [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003611.jpg Wisconsin, US1855Flesh is crisp, mild subacid, fair to good. Stalk is long.EatingUse October–December.
Tulpachoken see Fallawater
Tumanga (a.k.a. Auralia) [4] [3] Auralia DSC00307 (02).jpg Germany1930A green apple with red flush. Width 66–80 mm (2.6–3.1 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in), weight 110–195 g (3.9–6.9 oz). Density 0.82EatingPickE late September. PickG mid–late October. Pickg September 23–October 15. Use November–February.
Turley [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003712.jpg Indiana, USIntroduced 1922.P Winesap x unknown. Tree bears annually, very productive. DBH 162.CookingPick50 October 17.
Twenty Ounce [9] [56] [25] [26] Cross section of Twenty Ounce, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-095).jpg New York<1844Huge: apple weighs nearly 500 g (1.1 lb). Green overlaid with broad red striping. Stalk is short, thick. Flesh is whitish-yellow, tender, juicy, subacid, good. Excellent cooker. Nice juice qualities.Cider, cooking, eatingUse September–October. PickE early October.
Tydeman's Early Worcester [6] [30] Cross section of Tydeman's Early Worcester (LA), National Fruit Collection (acc. 2006-011).jpg EnglandRaised 1929, introduced 1945Parentage: Mclntosh × Worcester Pearmain. Crimson over yellow background colour. Flesh is white, juicy, sweet with strong aroma. Width 60–69 mm (2.4–2.7 in), height 54–60 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Stalk 17–20 mm (0.67–0.79 in).EatingPick50 August 22. PickE mid-August. Use August–mid-September.
Tydeman's Late Orange [6] [30] [227] EnglandRaised 1930, introduced 1949 or 1945Parentage: Laxton Superb x Cox Orange Pippin. Good storage qualities, but loses fragrance with age. Width 58–65 mm (2.3–2.6 in), height 55–60 mm (2.2–2.4 in). Stalk 15–25 mm (0.59–0.98 in). Sometimes cultivated in California; one of a handful of British apples that will thrive in the state.EatingPickE mid-October. Use December–April.
Tydeman's Michaelmas Red see Michaelmas Red.
Tyler's Kernel [13] [12] Cross section of Tyler's Kernel, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1921-026).jpg Herefordshire, England<1883A pale yellow apple. Width 64 mm (2.5 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Cells obovate, axile open or abaxile. FCC from RHS in 1883. Rather subject to canker.CookingPickE mid-October. Use November–January.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Undine [3] [7] Cross section of Undine, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1977-094).jpg Germany1961Green with some orange overcolour. Width 77–80 mm (3.0–3.1 in), height 68 mm (2.7 in). Weight 180–230 g (6.3–8.1 oz). Stalk 20–30 mm (0.79–1.18 in). P Jonathan x unknown. Cold storage 2oC 180 days.EatingPickE mid-October. PickG late October. Use November–February.
Upton Pyne [6]

Upton Pyne apple.JPG

Devon, EnglandIntroduced 1910A yellow apple with little or no flush. Width 82 mm (3.2 in), height 77 mm (3.0 in). Flesh is creamy white, firm, juicy, fair.Cooking, eatingPickE late September. Use December–March.
Utter [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003729.jpg Wisconsin, US1855Flesh is crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good. Tree is a regular grower, healthy, productive.EatingUse October–December.
Uttwiler Spätlauber Uttwiler Spaetlauber.jpg Switzerland1750Eating

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Valinhense [17] BrazilP unknown. Very firm tart apple.Cooking
Valmore [10] California, USIntroduced 1934P unknown.Cooking
Vance Delicious [10] Virginia, USDiscovered 1930. Introduced 1935.Mutation of Delicious.Eating
Vanderspiegel [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003629.jpg Bennington, Vermont, US<1875Flesh is yellow, crisp, juicy, subacid. Tree is productive.EatingUse December–February.
Vandervere (a.k.a. Large Vandervere, Vandervere Pippin, Yellow Vandervere) [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003915.jpg US<1806Flesh is yellow, firm, juicy, acid. Tree is vigorous, productive, bearing annually.CookingUse December.
Venus Pippin [13] Devonshire, Englandc.1800A pale yellow-green apple. AM from RHS in 1899. Flesh is tender, pale yellow, juicy.Cooking, eatingPickE early August. Use September–October.
Verorja [18] AlbaniaA greenish yellow apple with red stripes. Width 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Weight 100–120 g (3.5–4.2 oz). Flesh is crisp, juicy, subacid.EatingPick late July–early August.
Vicking [52] South Daktota, USIntroduced 1925Flesh is brisk, soft, juicy.EatingPick late August. Use August–September.
Victoria Sweet [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003789.jpg Possibly New York, USc.1840A red apple. Tree is vigorous. Flesh is yellow, firm, tender, juicy, sweet, good to very good.Eating, cooking, bakingUse October–January.
Victory 1 [10] Minnesota, USIntroduced 1943Flesh is white, juicy, aromatic.EatingUse October 15–March 15.
Victory 2 (see George Carpenter)
Vidovdanka [18] Serbia<1900A green apple with red flush covering 85%. Width 62 mm (2.4 in), height 62–74 mm (2.4–2.9 in). Weight 130 g (4.6 oz). Flesh is juicy, acid.EatingPick August.
Vinterkanel (a.k.a. Talvikaneli) [37] FinlandIntroduced 2003A red apple. P Lobo x Rödkanel.Cooking, eatingPick early October.
Violette [11] France1628A culinary apple of second-rate quality.CookingPickE mid-September. Use October–March
Virginia Greening [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00003656.jpg Virginia<1835Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 65 mm (2.6 in). Flesh is white, subacid.CookingUse January–April.
Virginischer Rosenapfel (cs. Letni panenske ruzové, Virginské ruźové, de. Virginischer Rosenapfel, fr. Rose de Virginie, pl. Rozanka wirgioniska sv. Vitgylling, Virginskt Rosenäpple) [23] [24] [27] [16] Vitgylling.jpg Europe<1800Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). Flesh is sweet, subacid, fair to good.CookingPickE late August. Use early September.
Vista Bella [189] [3] Cross section of Vista Bella, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1971-048).jpg New Brunswick, New Jersey, USCross made 1956, selected 1962, introduced 1974.A yellow-green apple with red flush. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Weight 100 g (3.5 oz). Stalk 20–25 mm (0.79–0.98 in). Flesh is creamy white, aromatic, crisp. P ((Melba x Sonora) x ((Williams x Starr) x USDA34)) x Julyred.EatingRipens with Melba. PickE early August. PickG late August–mid-September
Vitgylling see Virginisher Rosenapfel
Von Zuccalmaglios Rennete(cs. Zukalmagliova reneta) [3] [16] [7] Malus Zuccalmaglios Renette 4173.jpg Germany1878Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 61 mm (2.4 in), weight 115 g (4.1 oz). Flesh is crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid to sweet. Biennial. Cold storage 0oC 180 days. VitC 14. Density 0.78Eating, cookingPickE mid-October. Use November–March.
Vuokko [37] FinlandIntroduced 1999A green apple. P Melba x Huvitus. Flesh is juicy, sweet, subacid.Cooking, eatingPick late August–early September.
Vusanka [18] Montenegro<1900A greenish yellow apple with red flush. Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Weight 132 g (4.7 oz). Stalk medium to long. Flesh is juicy, sweet.Eating, ciderPick early October. Use November–April.

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Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Wadhurst Pippin [13] [11] [12] Sussex, England<1850A culinary apple of excellent quality. Cells ovate, axile, slit.Cooking, eatingPickE early October. Use October to February.
Wagener(cs. Wagenerovo) [9] [6] [8] [30] [26] [25] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00003958.jpg New York, US1791Antique American variety, known since Colonial times. Tree is hardy, early bearer, scab-resistant. Green with red flush. Flesh is yellowish, tender, subacid and vinous, very good to best. Width 70–88 mm (2.8–3.5 in), height 51–63 mm (2.0–2.5 in), stalk 13–26 mm (0.51–1.02 in). Keeps very well. Very versatile in kitchen; not only does it cook well, but makes a good single-variety cider. Wagener is a parent of Idared, to which it imparts its keeping and cooking qualities.Cider, cooking, eatingPickE early October. Use November–February.
Wanstall [11] [12] Kent, Englandraised early 1800sA dessert apple of the first quality, equal in flavour to the Ribston Pippin and will keep until May. Cells obovate, axile. Flesh is yellow, firm crisp, juicy, rich, sugary, and highly flavoured.Eating
Warder [10] Ohio, USIntroduced 1937P Rome Beauty x unknown.EatingPick October 1 in Ohio.
Warner's King [6] [27] agm [228] [30] [12] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00003462.jpg Kent, Englandc.1700Oblong and light green. Very tart. Width 90–95 mm (3.5–3.7 in), height 62–76 mm (2.4–3.0 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Cells roundish ovate, abaxile. Should be cooked before eating; not suitable as an uncooked eating apple. Triploid.CookingPickE late September. Use November–February.
Washington Strawberry [6] [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003466.jpg New York, US<1849Width 88 mm (3.5 in), height 75 mm (3.0 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is yellow, crisp, tender, juicy, brisk subacid.EatingPickE mid-September. Use September–October.
Washu 1984 Japanc.1920Conical with light green skin and dark freckles, with a firm, white, bruise-resistant flesh and a sweet, low-acid flavor with tropical undertones.Eating
Water [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003469.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1850Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 70 mm (2.8 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse October–November.
Waterman Sweet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00003470.jpg US<1875Yellow with red flush. Flesh is yellow, juicy, sweet.EatingUse December–March.
Wealthy(ru. Plodorodnoe.) [6] [30] [25] [31] [15] [16] Wealthy (apple).jpg Excelsior, Minnesota, US<1860

Pretty reddish pink coat. Flesh is white, fine, crisp, tender, very juicy, subacid, aromatic, good to very good. Believed at one time Minnesota was too cold to grow apples until "Wealthy" was cultivated. Now a parent to many apples for resistance to temperatures below freezing. Still available in upper Midwest. Width 67–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 53–61 mm (2.1–2.4 in). Stalk 10–22 mm (0.39–0.87 in). Parentage Jonathan x Ducess of Oldenburg. VitC 14. DBH 116.

EatingPick50 September 1. PickE mid-September. Use September–December.
Webster [10] Geneva, New York, US1921, Introduced 1938P (Ben Davis x Jonathan) x (Ben Davis x Jonathan). A large red apple. Triploid.CookingPickE early October. Use October–December.
Wedge [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003673.jpg Minnesota, US1912, Introduced 1922P Ben Davis x unknown. A large apple.Use October–November.
Weidner's Goldreinette(fr. Reinette Weidner) [33] [5] Cross section of Weidners Goldreinette, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1947-330).jpg Germany1844Width 82–91 mm, height 75 mm. Stalk 13 mm. Flesh, yellowish, fine-grained, tender, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid.EatingPickE mid-October. Use January–March
Weisser Rosmarinapfel see White Romarin
Weisser Taffetapfel (a.k.a. Weisser Winter taffetapfel, fr. Taffetas Blanc, ru. Taftianoe beloe zimnee) [27] [169] [16] Weisser Wintertaffetapfel jm55111.jpg ?<1820A yellow apple with red overcolor. Width 63–67 mm, height 47–54 mm. Stalk 17 mm. Flesh white, juicy, subacid.Eating, CookingPick October. Use November - April.
Weisskante [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 100.jpg Germany<1850Width 66 mm (2.6 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in).Cooking, eatingUse November–March.
Well apple (see Domine)
Well apple (see Titus Pippin)
Wellspur [7] [5] Cross section of Wellspur (LA 73A), National Fruit Collection (acc. 1977-164).jpg Discovered 1952, introduced 1958.A sport of Starking. Cold storage 0.5oC 120 days.Eating
Welschisner [14] Welschisner.jpg Austria1659A greenish-yellow apple with red flush. Width 75 mm (3.0 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Stalk is short. Flesh is whitish yellow, aromatic, subacid. Quality is good for eating.EatingPick mid-October. Use January–May.
Werder Golden Reinette [13] Potsdam, Germany<1904Golden yellow striped with crimson. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). Tree is vigorous. Flesh is firm, yellowish, sweet, good. Am from RHS in 1904.Eating
Western Beauty(a.k.a. Musgroves Cooper, Big Rambo, Ohio Beauty) [9] [229] Pomological Watercolor POM00003699.jpg US<1850Width 89 mm (3.5 in), height 74 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Flesh is light yellow, tender, juicy, vinous, subacid. Tree is vigorous, productive, early bearer.Cooking, eatingUse August–December.
Western Giant [10] California, USIntroduced 1948A large Apple P unknown. Ripens before Red Astrachan.
Westfield Seek-No-Further (a.k.a. Westfield) [9] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00003704.jpg Westfield, Massachusetts, US<1800A medium-sized conic to truncate-conic apple. Width 70 mm (2.8 in), height 58 mm (2.3 in). Stalk 20 mm (0.79 in). Greenish-yellow, dull skin, flushed orange with carmine stripes, russet dots and patches. Shaded fruit are often irregularly russeted all over, with little colour showing. Flesh is light buttery-yellow, firm but tender, and moderately fine-grained. Flavour is nicely balanced, a honey-like sweetness balanced with a lemon-like citric acidity, rich, notes of pear and vanilla. Vigorous grower, some disease resistance.EatingPickE late September. Use October–December.
Wheeler's Russet [11] [50] [12] Cross section of Wheeler's Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1944-001).jpg England<1717Medium-sized fruit, entirely covered with pale yellowish grey russet. Cells ovate, axile, closed. A highly flavoured dessert apple of the first quality. Triploid.EatingPickE late October. Use November–April
Whetstone [10] Pomological Watercolor POM00003707.jpg Missouri, USIntroduced 1935P Conard x Delicious. Quality is fair. Tree is vigorous.
White Astrachan [23] [12] Vit astrakan.jpg Sweden or Russia<1800Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 10–15 mm (0.39–0.59 in).Cells ovate axile. Flesh white, semi-transparent, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingPick August.
White Doctor [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00004121.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1875A large greenish-yellow apple. Stalk short. Tree is vigorous. Flesh is white, subacid, good.CookingUse September–October.
White June (see Yellow June)
White Pippin (a.k.a. Canada Pippin) [8] [26] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00004125.jpg US or Canada<1848A yellow apple. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 65–70 mm (2.6–2.8 in). Stalk 12–18 mm (0.47–0.71 in). Flesh is white, crisp, juicy, subacid, very good to best.EatingUse January–March.
White Romarin (de. Weisser Rosmarinapfel, Edelweisser, fr. Romarin blanc, Romarin blanche, ru. Rosmarin belîi) [16] Cross section of Rosmarina Bianca, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1951-197).jpg Italy<1798A yellow conical apple. With 60 – 70 mm, height 66–73 mm. Stalk long. Flesh fine, tender, sweet to subacid.Eating
White Sweet [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001108.jpg New Jersey, US<1875Tree isvigorous. Flesh is white, sweet, good.Cider, cookingUse September–October.
White Transparent [6] [13] [3] [25] [15] [7] Papierowka owoce na galeziach.jpg Latvia1850Very pale green skin. Flesh is white, firm, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, good. Fruit bruises easily and goes soft once harvested. Width 55–72 mm (2.2–2.8 in), height 55–68 mm (2.2–2.7 in), weight 85–100 g (3.0–3.5 oz). Stalk 26 mm (1.0 in). AM from RHS in 1895. Cold storage 4oC 20 days. VitC 15. Density 0.77 DBH 75Cooking, pie, eatingPick45 August 1. Pick50 July 22. Pick55 July 10. PickE late July–early August. Pickg July 15–August 7. Use July–August.
White Winter Pearmain [9] [8] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00004134.jpg US<1830Width 74–79 mm (2.9–3.1 in), height 62–73 mm (2.4–2.9 in). Stalk 15–20 mm (0.59–0.79 in). Tree is vigorous. Flesh is yellow, crisp, juicy, very good.Eating, cookingUse December–March.
Whitney Russet [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00004051.jpg US<1850Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 52 mm (2.0 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh id grennish-yellow, juicy, subacid, aromatic, spicy.EatingUse December–February.
Whorle Pippin (a.k.a. Lady Derby, Thorle Pippin) [11] [5] Cross section of Thorle Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-094).jpg Scotland<1831Summer dessert apple of first-rate quality. Flesh white, firm, crisp and very juicy, with a brisk flavour. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 51 mm (2.0 in).EatingPickE late August. Use August–September.
Wickham's Pearmain [11] Hampshire, England<1875A pearmain-shaped yellow apple with red overcolour on the side next the sun. Width and height 50 mm (2.0 in). Flesh is greenish yellow, crisp, juicy, and highly flavoured. An excellent dessert apple.Eating
Wickson [10] California, USIntroduced 1944A red oblong apple. P Yellow Newtown x Spitzenberg crab. Flesh juicy.Jam, jelly, cider
Wickstrands favorit [24] Wickstrands favorit.jpg Sweden<1900A green apple. Width 65 mm (2.6 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in). Flesh sweet.EatingPick October. Use October–December.
Wijcik McIntosh [129] Cross section of Wijcik, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1984-137).jpg British Columbia, CanadaMid-1960sA green apple with 70% red overcolor. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in). Weight 164 g (5.8 oz). Mutation of McIntosh apple that first showed columnar ornamental properties. SS 12.6 TA 0.88Eating, cooking, ornamental
Wild Twist [230] Wild Twist apple cultivar.jpg US2011Honeycrisp x Cripps Pink. Commercially available in 2020.
Wilhelmapfel (see Kaiser Wilhelm)
William Crump [6] [13] [30] Cross section of William Crump, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1915-102).jpg Worcestershire, England<1908High-quality, well-coloured dessert apple. Raised at Rowe's Nurseries, Worcester, England. AM from RHS in 1908. First Class Certificate from RHS in 1910. A yellow apple half covered with red flush. Width 70–74 mm (2.8–2.9 in), height 58–63 mm (2.3–2.5 in). Stalk 13 mm (0.51 in).EatingPickE mid-October. Use December–February.
Williams Favourite (a.k.a. Williams, Williams Early) [13] [23] [26] [25] [5] Pomological Watercolor POM00000518.jpg Roxbury, Massachusetts, USc.1750Width 56–69 mm (2.2–2.7 in), height 52–69 mm (2.0–2.7 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in). AM from RHS in 1895. Flesh is crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic, good. Tree is moderately vigorous.EatingPick September. Use September–November.
Williams Pride (a.k.a. Co-op 23) [17] [231] [42] Indiana, USCross made 1973, selected 1979, introduced 1987Flesh is light cream, firm, crisp, juicy, subacid, spicy, rich, excellent. Purple-red overcolor, nearly 100%. Width 74 mm (2.9 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Parentage PRI 1018-101 x NJ 50.EatingPick45 August 15. Pick55 August 1.
Willie Sharpe [17] New ZealandEarly 1900sLight green, round, medium-sized apple. Flesh is sweet, subacid, good.Eating
Willis Sweet (a.k.a. Pear Lot) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00004203.jpg Long Island, USc. 1800Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 73 mm (2.9 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Very good. Flesh is juicy, sweet.Eating, cooking, baking.Use August–September.
Willow Twig (a.k.a. James River) [8] [9] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00003833.jpg US<1848Yellow with red flush. Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 68–73 mm (2.7–2.9 in). Stalk 22 mm (0.87 in). Flesh is pleasant, subacid. Valuable for late keeping
Windsor [25] [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00000099.jpg US<1889Flesh is juicy, aromatic, good to very good.EatingUse October–March.
Wine [9] Pomological Watercolor POM00004220.jpg US<1850A large apple. Flesh is yellow, juicy, acid to subacid. Tree is very large.Cooking, eatingUse November–December.
Winecrisp (a.k.a. Coop 31) [232] [233] New Jersey, USCross made 1969, selected 1976A round to oblong 100% red apple. Similar in shape and color to Winesap. Diameter 60–65 mm (2.4–2.6 in), height 60–63 mm. Weight 200 g (7.1 oz). Stalk 5–8 mm (0.20–0.31 in). Flesh is yellow-white, crisp, juicy. Tree moderately vigorous, annual and heavy bearing. SS 12.75 DBH 172.EatingPick45 October 10. Pick55 September 30. Use October–April.
Winesap [8] [9] [25] [26] [7] Pomological Watercolor POM00004229.jpg United States1817Sweet with tangy finish. Reddish blush flecked with some green. Width 67 mm (2.6 in), height 63 mm (2.5 in). Stalk 17–20 mm (0.67–0.79 in). Flesh is yellow, firm, coarse, crisp, juicy, subacid, good to very good. Cold storage 0oC 150 days.Cider, eatingPick45 October 20. PickE late October. Use October–March.
Winston (Winter King) [6] agm [234] [30] [15] [7] Winter king apple.jpg Berkshire, Englandc.1935A yellow to green apple with red flush and stripes (40–70%). Cox Orange × Worcester Pearmain. Originally called Winter King because of its extraordinary keeping ability, renamed during World War II for Winston Churchill. Width 65–72 mm (2.6–2.8 in), height 60–64 mm (2.4–2.5 in). Stalk 10–20 mm (0.39–0.79 in). Cold storage 3-4oC 140 days.EatingPickE mid-October. Use December –April.
Winter Banana(cs. Banánové zimni, fr. Banane d'hiver, ru. Zimnee bananovoe, Banan zimnii, Bananovoe) [6] [17] [25] [26] [31] [5] [16] Malus Winterbananenapfel 4175.jpg Adamsboro, Cass County, Indiana, US1876Large, late dessert apple for use in December to March. Award of Merit from RHS in 1912. A golden yellow apple. 25–75% flushed with pinkish brown. Width 78 mm (3.1 in), height 71 mm (2.8 in). Flesh is yellow, firm, crisp, aromatic, juicy, mild subacid good to very good. VitC 13–20.EatingPickE early October. PickG mid–late October. Use December–March.
Winter Gem [235] [5] Cross section of Winter Gem, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1999-067).jpg Faversham, Kent, Englandraised 1975, introduced 1993Flesh crisp, juicy, aromatic.EatingPickE early October. Use November - January.
Winter Harvey [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000798.jpg US<1850Flesh us white, tender, juicy, subacid, good. Tree is vigorous.EatingUse January–March
Winter Maiden's Blush [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001261.jpg Pennsylvania, US<1850Flesh is white, crisp, tender, subacid, very good. Stalk is short.Eating
Winter Pearmain [11] [12] Cross section of Winter Pearmain, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1946-107).jpg England<1600A narrow conical ribbed apple. Width 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 70–80 mm (2.8–3.1 in). Stalk is very short. Cells ovate, axile. Flesh is yellow, firm crisp, juicy and a very pleasant flavour.Eating, cookingPickE early October. Use December–April.
Winter Pomeroy [12] Possibly England<1850Width 76 mm (3.0 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Stalk is long. Flesh is yellow, crisp, sub-acid.CookingUse December–January.
Winter Prinzenapfel [27] Malus - Winterprinz.JPG Germany<1887Width 69 mm (2.7 in), height 69–72 mm (2.7–2.8 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh is juicy, sweet, good.Eating, cookingUse December–March.
Winter Quarrenden (a.k.a. Stubb's Seedlin) [13] Nottinghamshire, England<1895A bright crimson apple. Width 63 mm (2.5 in), height 57 mm (2.2 in). AM from RHS in 1895. P London Pippin x Devonshire Quarrenden. Flesh is greenish-yellow, poor.EatingPickE early October. Use November–December.
Winter Quittenapfel [27] Deutsche Pomologie - Aepfel - 081.jpg <1830Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 58–60 mm (2.3–2.4 in). Stalk 11 mm (0.43 in).Cooking, eatingUse December–April.
Winter Quoining [12] [29] England<1700Width 57 mm (2.2 in), height 64 mm (2.5 in). Cells obovate, abaxile. Flesh is greenish yellow, tender, soft, not very juicy, sugary, perfumed.Cooking, eatingUse November–May.
Winterrambour (see Rheinischer Winterrambour)
Wintertaffetapfel (a.k.a. Weisser Wintertaffetapfel) [31] Weisser Wintertaffetapfel jm55111.jpg <1797A yellow apple. Width 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), height 45–55 mm (1.8–2.2 in). VitC 8–21.Eating, juiceUse December–April
Winter Zitronenapfel (a.k.a. Winter-Citronenapfel, Citron d'hiver, Reinette du roi, König's Reinette, cs. Citronové zimní) [27] Winterzitronenapfel.JPG Germany<1726Width 72–79 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 57–67 mm (2.2–2.6 in).Flesh yellow to white, subacid, not aromatic. TRICooking, eating, ciderPick October. Use December–April.
Winthrop Greening (a.k.a. Lincoln Pippin, Hove Apple) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00004257.jpg Winthrop, Maine, US<1875Stalk is short. Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid.EatingUse September.
Witos [4] Poland
Wolf River [6] [25] [5] Wolf River (5207256275).jpg Fremont County, Wisconsin, US<1875Apple very large, some growing to size of large grapefruit. Red with yellow blush. Once very popular commercial apple in United States but presently relegated to upper Midwest if grown for profit. Occasionally can be found growing wild in backcountry thickets or abandoned land in Shenandoah Valley. Named for area where found. Flesh is white, firm, tender, juicy, aromatic, subacid, fair to good. Feral trees can be brought back with care and pruning. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 62 mm (2.4 in).Cooking, eatingPick45 September 5. Pick55 August 15. PickE mid-September. Use October–December.
Woltmann's Reinette (a.k.a. Celler Dickstiel, Krügers Dickstiel) [27] ApfelKruegersDickstiel195.JPG Bremen, Germany<1850A yellow apple with red overcolor. Width 71 mm (2.8 in), height 56 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 12 mm (0.47 in). Flesh white, juicy, subacid, aromatic.EatingPick October. Use November–March.
Wood's Greening (a.k.a. cs. Simirenkova reneta, fr. Reinette verte de Simirenko, Reinette verte incomparable, ru. Reinette Simerenko) [198] [27] [16] Cross section of Reinette Simirenko, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1950-114).jpg Ukraine<1895A golden yellow apple. Width 70–78 mm (2.8–3.1 in), height 54–65 mm (2.1–2.6 in).Cooking, eatingPick October.
Woolbrook Pippin [29] [5] Cross section of Woolbrook Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1927-026).jpg EnglandRaised 1903, introduced 1921Yellow with red flush and Russet. Width 67 mm, height 56mm. Stalk is short. AM from RHS in 1929. Flesh is white, hard, sweet, aromatic.EatingPickE mid-September. Use October - December
Woolbrook Russet [6] [29] Cross section of Woolbrook Russet, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1928-010).jpg Devon, England1903P Bramley x King Acre Pippin. Width 84 mm (3.3 in), height 67 mm (2.6 in). Stalk is short. Flesh is white, juicy, acid. AM from RHS in 1930.CookingPickE mid-October. Use December–March.
Worcester Pearmain [6] agm [236] [31] [27] [7] Worcester parman.jpg Worcestershire, EnglandIntroduced 1873Conical, entirely covered with scarlet. FCC from RHS in 1875. Crisp and sweet strawberry flavour when ripe. Width 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), height 50–65 mm (2.0–2.6 in). Cells obovate, axile, slit. Cold storage 1oC 180 days. VitC 8.EatingPickE early–mid-September. Use September–October.
Wormsley Pippin see Reinette von Wormsley
Wright [10] Missouri, USIntroduced 1942P Ben Davis x Jonathan. Fruit is large, good flavor.Eating
Wrixparent [10] [5] Magnolia, Delaware, USDiscovered 1920, Introduced 1940P Transparent x unknown. Ripens early.EatingPickE late July–early August.
Wyken Pippin [6] [12] [27] Cross section of Wyken Pippin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 2000-101).jpg England or Netherland<1720Flat round, even, greenish yellow, with delicious flavour. Width 59 mm (2.3 in), height 50 mm (2.0 in). Cells obovate, axile, closed.EatingPickE mid-October. Use November–February.

Y

Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Yakima Newtown [10] Washington, USIntroduced 1949Mutation of Yellow Newtown.Cooking, cider, eating
Yates [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000919.jpg Georgia, US<1865A small apple. Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse March·May.
Yellow Bellflower (a.k.a. Connecticut Seek-No-Further, cs. Kraskokvět žlutý, de. Gelber Bellefleur, fr. Belle fleur jaune, Belle flavoise, pl. Pepina Linneusza, ru. Jioltîi belflior, Krasotvet) [3] [9] [25] [26] [33] [32] [57] [16] Belle Fleur Jaune.jpg Burlington, New Jersey, US<1800A yellow apple. Width 72–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 72–98 mm (2.8–3.9 in), weight 160 g (5.6 oz). Stalk 11–26 mm (0.43–1.02 in). A favorite for baked apples. Banana flavour. Tree is large, vigorous. Flesh is yellow, tender, juicy, crisp, subacid, very good. VitC 18. Density 0.77.Cooking. Eating.PickE early–mid-October. PickG late October. Use December–February.
Yellow Forset [26] Pomological Watercolor POM00001132.jpg Los Angeles, US<1885Flesh is white, tender, crisp, juicy, aromatic, subacid, good.EatingUse January–June.
Yellow Ingestrie [13] [52] [12] [27] Pomological Watercolor POM00001133.jpg Shropshire, Englandc.1800Small, even, golden yellow apple. P Orange Pippin x Golden Pippin. Flesh is firm, very juicy and delicately flavoured. Width 53 mm (2.1 in), height 59 mm (2.3 in). Cells ovate, axile, closed.EatingPickE early September. Use September–October.
Yellow June (a.k.a. White June) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001135.jpg Southern US<1865Flesh is white, tender, juicy, brisk, subacid, good. Stalk is long. Tree is vigorous, abundant bearer.EatingUse June, July (southern US), August (northern US).
Yellow Newtown (see Newtown Pippin)
Yellow Transparent (see White Transparent)
Yopp (a.k.a. Yopp's Favorite) [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00001003.jpg Georgia, US<1857Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid, good. Stalk is short.EatingUse November.
York [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00000923.jpg Massachusetts, US<1865Flesh is whitish, tender, juicy, subacid, good to very good. Stalk is short.CookingUse October–November.
York-A-Red [10] West Virginia, US1931. Introduced 1937.Mutation of York Imperial.Eating, cider, juice
York Imperial [9] [8] [26] [125] [25] Pomological Watercolor POM00000925.jpg York, Pennsylvania, US1820Flesh is yellowish, tender, juicy, subacid, aromatic. Tree is healthy, productive. Preserves well, lop-sided shape. DBH 165–167.Cider, cooking, eatingPick55 September 30. Use November–February.
Yorking [10] Pennsylvania, US1925. Introduced 1932.Mutation of York ImperialEating, cider, juice
Yorkshire Greening [13] [6] [12] [27] Yorkshire, England<1803Width 92 mm (3.6 in), height 76 mm (3.0 in). Stalk is short to medium. Cells obovate, abaxile. Tree is very dwarfed. Flesh is white, firm, dry, acid. Triploid.CookingPickE early-mid October. Use November–March.

Z

Common nameImageOriginFirst developedCommentUsePick/Use period
Zabergäu Renette [6] [31] [3] [95] [7] Zabergau Renette jm55119.jpg Germany1875, introduced 1924Large yellow apple with russet, somewhat like Belle de Boskoop. Width 70–85 mm (2.8–3.3 in), height 60–75 mm (2.4–3.0 in), weight 128–208 g (4.5–7.3 oz). Cold storage 4oC 180 days. High in sugar; 14.8%. VitC 14. Density 0.84EatingPickE early-mid October. PickG mid–late October. Pickg October 15–30. Use October–March.
Zestar Apple Jacks Orchard - Zestar Apples (6123001930).jpg Minnesota, USIntroduced 1996Red and greenish-yellow, round, sweet and tangy, preserves wellCooking, eatingPick45 August 20. Pick55 August 10. Use August.
Zigeunerin [15] Cross section of Zigeunerin, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1957-253).jpg Riga<1930A yellow apple with red flush (50–90%). Width 83 mm (3.3 in), height 79 mm (3.1 in). Stalk 16 mm (0.63 in).EatingUse September
Zimska Kolačara [18] Serbia<1900A greenish yellow apple. Width 55–65 mm (2.2–2.6 in), height 65–75 mm (2.6–3.0 in), weight 170–210 g (6.0–7.4 oz). Stalk is short. Flesh is firm, sweet, juicy.Eating, cooking, piePick late September–early October.
Zimtrenette (a.k.a. Zimmtreinette) [31] Sachsen, GermanyA yellow apple with russet and red overcolor. Width 55–70 mm (2.2–2.8 in), height 50–60 mm (2.0–2.4 in). Flesh is greenish-white, crisp, juicy, subacid.Eating, cooking, juiceUse November–February.
Zhigulevskoe [5] Cross section of Zhigulevskoe, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1976-108).jpg St Petersburg, RussiaParentage Duchess of Oldenburg x Wagenar Prizovoe. Flesh soft juicy.EatingPickE late September. Use September–November.
Zoar Greening [8] Pomological Watercolor POM00002341.jpg Ohio, US<1865Flesh is white, tender, juicy, subacid, good.EatingUse November–December.
Zoete Bloemée [15] Possibly the NetherlandsA yellow to green apple with red stripes. Width 80 mm (3.1 in), height 66 mm (2.6 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).Use September
Zoete Campagner [15] NetherlandsA green apple with red flush (50–90%). Width 72 mm (2.8 in), height 55 mm (2.2 in). Stalk 15 mm (0.59 in).CookingUse October–February
Zoete Ermgaarde [15] Appel Zoete Ermgaard.jpg Netherlands<1860A yellow conical apple with red flush. Width 68 mm (2.7 in), height 60 mm (2.4 in). Stalk 14 mm (0.55 in). Flesh is cream, crisp, firm, subacid.Eating, cookingPickE mid-October. Use November–April.
Zomer Delicious [5] Cross section of Zomer Delicious, National Fruit Collection (acc. 1966-047).jpg Wageningen, NetherlandsA yellow apple reminiscent of Golden Delicious. Flesh soft, juicy.EatingPickE early September. Use September - October.
Zuccalmaglio (see Von Zuccalmaglios renette)

Cider apples

Cider apples are a variety of apples that may be far too sour or bitter for fresh eating, but are used for making cider. Varieties in italics are used for both cider and eating purposes.

List of abbreviations used in the following table
AbbreviationsFull formAbbreviationsFull form
sSusceptiblerResistant
ASApple scab (resistant/susceptible to)ACApple canker (resistant/susceptible to)
BIBacterial infections (resistant/susceptible to)PMPowdery mildew (resistant/susceptible to)
TRITriploid

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Gravenstein apples, used for cooking, dessert, and cider
Less common apple cultivars (among pear cultivars) Mele non comuni.jpg
Less common apple cultivars (among pear cultivars)
A range of modern apple cultivars Apples.jpg
A range of modern apple cultivars
Common nameOriginFirst developedTypeJuice titratable acidity % weight/volumeJuice specific gravity or oBrix

grams/liter

Tannin %Days from full bloom to maturityDisease susceptibility
Amanda Somerset, England2007Bittersweet0.221054 (Somerset, England)0.23137 (Somerset, England)
Amere de BerthcourtFranceBittersweet0.201049 (Washington, US)0.34145 (Washington, US)
Amere ForestierFranceSweet0.201046 (Washington, US)0.34153 (Washington, US)
Angela Somerset, England2007Bittersharp0.621049 (Somerset, England)0.19135 (Somerset, England)
Antoinette FranceBittersweet0.251050 (France)0.27sAS
ArbeyaSpainSharp0.570.16
Arbeya MontésSpainSharp0.710.15
Armagnac FranceSharp0.811065 (France)0.17
Ashmead's KernelGloucestershire, Englandc.1700134 (Ontario, Canada)
Ashton Bitter Somerset, England1947Bittersweet
Ashton Brown Jersey Somerset, England1903Bittersweet0.141054 (Somerset, England)0.34194 (Somerset, England)
Avrolles FranceSharp1.201055 (France)0.09
Backwell red Somerset EnglandOldSharp0.701051 (Somerset, England)0.13172 (Somerset, England)
Baldwin Wilmington, Massachusetts, USc.1740Sharp0.7415.30.059
Ball's BittersweetHerefordshire, England1927Bittersweet0.280.28
Bedan FranceBittersweet0.151056 (Somerset, England), 1051 (Washington, US)0.23184 (Somerset, England) 136 (Washington, US)sAS
Belle de Boskoop Netherlands1856Bittersharp1
Belle Fille de la Manche FranceSweetsAS, TRI
Betty Somerset, England2007Sharp0.901050 (Somerset, England)0.11125 (Somerset, England)
Bickington GreyDevonshireSharp
Binet Blanc FranceBittersweet0.181060 (France)0.25
Binet Rouge FranceBittersweet0.181063 (France)0.24sPM
Binet Violet FranceBittersweet0.171050 (France)0.26
Bisquet FranceBittersweet0.211045 (France)0.21
Bittenfelder Germany1930sBittersharp1.001070 (Germany)
Black CroftonAustraliaSweet0.4010.80.037
Black DabinettSomerset, EnglandBittersweet
Black VallisSomerset, EnglandTRI
Blanchet FranceSharp0.481050 (France)0.13
Blanc MolletFranceBittersweet0.151046 (Washington, US)0.20114 (Washington, US)
Blanc Sur FranceSharp0.671055 (France)0.12
BlanquinaSpainSharp0.630.09
Bohnapfel Germany<1800Bittersharp0.551050 (Germany)
Bran RoseHerefordshire<1880Sharp
BoutevilleFranceSweet0.161052 (Washington, US)0.14126 (Washington, US)
BramleyNottinghamshire, England1809Sharp0.941050 (Somerset, England)0.12121 (Ontario, Canada)
BramtotEnglandBittersweet0.321057 (Washington, US)0.50128 (Washington, US)
Breakwell's Seedling Wales1890Bittersharp0.641042 (Somerset, England), 1041 (Washington, US)0.23150 (Somerset, England), 113 (Ontario, Canada), 110 (Washington, US)
Broad-Leaved HerefordEnglandBittersweet
Browns Apple Devon1920sSharp0.67191 (Somerset, England), 92 (Ontario, Canada)
Brown Snout Herefordshire, Englandc.1850Bittersweet0.241053 (Somerset, England), 1051 (Washington, US)0.24176 (Somerset, England), 145 (Ontario, Canada), 149 (Washington, US)
Brown Thorn (a.k.a. Argile Grise)Bittersweet0.201048 (Washington, US)0.16142 (Washington, US)
Broxwood FoxwhelpEngland1920Bittersharp1.910.22
Bulmer's Norman France<1890Bittersweet TRI0.241053 (Somerset, England), 1046 (Washington, US)0.27165 (Somerset, England), 97 (Ontario, Canada), 127 (Washington, US)
Burrowhill EarlySomerset, EnglandBittersweet
Buttery d'OrDorset, EnglandSharp
Börtlinger Weinapfel Germany1827Bittersharp
Cadbury (a.k.a. Royal Wildling)Somerset, EnglandSweet
CalabazaSpainSharp0.770.14
CampfieldNew Jersey, US<1817Sweet0.231055 (Washington, US)0.17172 (Washington, US)
CampilloSpainSharp0.520.11
Cap of Liberty Somerset, EnglandBittersharp0.821052 (Somerset, England), 1047 (Washington, US)0.21155 (Washington, US)
Captain BroadCornwall, EnglandBittersweet TRI
Cartigny FranceBittersweet0.211051 (France)0.22
CasadoSpainSharp0.980.19
Cazo JauneFranceBittersharp1.311054 (France)0.33
ChaperonnaisFranceBittersweet
CharlepitréFranceSweet
Cherry NormanHerefordshire<1880Bittersweet
Cherry PearmainHerefordshireSharp
ChestnutMinnesota, US1946Bittersharp0.5114.9
Chevalier Jaune FranceBittersweet0.221053 (France)0.38
Chisel Jersey (a.k.a. Bitter Jersey)Somerset, England<1900Bittersweet0.221059 (Somerset, England), 1056 (Washington, US)0.40194 (Somerset, England), 163 (Washington, US)
C'Huero BrizFranceBittersweet0.211056 (France)0.47
Cider Ladies Finger Somerset, EnglandSharp0.591052 (Somerset, England)
Cidor FranceBittersweet0.171055 (France)0.40sAS
CimitiereFranceBittersweet0.131039 (Washington, US)0.23133 (Washington, US)
ClaraSpainSweet0.210.19
Clos Renaux FranceBittersweet0.251052 (France)0.22
Clozette Douce FranceBittersweet0.221054 (France)0.23
Coat JerseySomerset, EnglandBittersweet
Coleman's SeedlingDevonshireSharp
CollaosSpainSharp0.620.11
Collington Big BittersBittersweet TRI0.210.21
ColoradonaSpainSweet0.150.13
Corset Hill Gloucestershire, EnglandSharp
Court Pendu PlatFrance1613Sharp0.811048 (Washington, US)0.11145 (Washington, US)
Court Royal (a.k.a. Sweet Blenheim)EnglandSweet TRI0.211050 (Somerset, England)0.11195 (Somerset, England)
Cox Orange Pippin England1829121 (Ontario, Canada)
Crimson CrispNew Jersey, US1971138 (Ontario, Canada)
Crimson King Somerset, England<1900Sharp TRI0.61044 (Somerset, England)0.13195 (Somerset, England)
CristalinaSpainSharp0.460.066
Crow EggMassachusetts, US1832Sweet0.3111.40.044
Cul PlatFranceBittersweet
Cummy Norman Radnorshire, Wales<1876Bittersweet
Dabinett Somerset, EnglandLate 19th centuryBittersweet0.181057 (Somerset, England), 1055 (Washington, US)0.29180 (Somerset, England), 131 (Ontario, Canada), 148 (Washington, US)
Debbie Somerset, England2007Sharp0.91050 (Somerset, England)0.08110 (Somerset, England)
De La RiegaSpainSharp0.580.11
DemocratSweet0.3710.60.044
Diot Roux FranceSharp0.981052 (France)0.18
DoloresSpainSharp0.540.07
DomainesFranceBittersweet0.211067 (France), 1050 (Washington, US)0.26153 (Washington, US)
Douce CoetlignéFranceSweet0.191051 (France)0.18sPM, sBI
Douce Moen FranceBittersweet0.211061 (France)0.24sAS, sPM, sAC, sBI
Doux au GoberFranceSweet
Doux Eveque Jaune FranceSweet0.161052 (France)0.20
Doux Joseph FranceBittersweet0.211058 (France)0.36
Doux Lozon FranceBittersweet0.141053 (France)0.21
Doux Normandie FranceSweet0.161065 (France), 1047 (Washington, US)0.14147 (Washington, US)
Doux Veret de CarrougesFranceSweet
DoveSomerset, England<1899Bittersweet0.221049 (Somerset, England)0.31168 (Somerset, England)
DufflinDevonshireSweet
Dunkerton's Late SweetSomerset, EnglandSweet
Durón ArroesSpainSharp0.520.12
Durón EncarnadoSpainSharp0.750.10
Durona TresaliSpainSharp0.770.14
Dymock RedGloucestershire, England<1800Bittersharp1052 (Somerset, England)0.22149 (Somerset, England)
Early BirdBittersweet0.2110520.55
Eggleton StyreHerefordshire, England1847Sweet
Ellis Bitter Newton St. Cyres, Devon, Englandc.1850Bittersweet0.201053 (Somerset, England)0.24157 (Somerset, England)
EngelsbergerGermany
Fair Maid of Taunton (a.k.a. Moonshines)SomersetSharp
EnterpriseIllinois, US1993Sharp0.63172 (Ontario, Canada)
Esopus SpitzenbergNew York, USc.1750154 (Ontario, Canada)
FilbarrelSomerset, EnglandBittersweet0.221045 (Washington, US)0.19180 (Somerset, England), 160 (Washington, US)
Finkenwerder HerbstprinzGermany1860Sharp0.981055 (Washington, US)0.07127 (Washington, US)
Fiona Somerset, England2007Sharp0.691049 (Somerset, England)0.15125 (Somerset, England)
Four SquareEnglandSharp TRI
Foxwhelp Gloucestershire, Englandc.1600Sharp0.691048 (Washington, US)0.17152 (Washington, US)
FrederickMonmoutshire, Wales1800sSharp1.021048 (Somerset, England)0.09190 (Somerset, England)
Fréquin Audievre168 (Somerset, England)
Fréquin RougeFranceBittersweet0.241065 (France), 1047 (Washington, US)0.51148 (Ontario, Canada), 148 (Washington, US)sAS, sAC
FresnosaSpainSharp0.670.11
FuentesSpainSharp0.750.11
Gehrers RambourGermany1885Bittersharp
Gennet MoyeleEngland1600sBittersharp>1.21052 (Somerset, England)
GesnotFranceSharp0.6510490.11
GillySomerset, England2007Bittersharp0.541053 (Somerset, England)0.18125 (Somerset, England)
Golden BallDevonshireSharp
Golden Russet New York, US<1850Sharp0.661061 (Washington, US)0.10161 (Ontario, Canada), 167 (Washington, US)
Golden SpireEngland1850
GoldRushIndiana, US1993173 (Ontario, Canada)
GranniwinkleUSSweet0.301045 (Washington, US)0.08128 (Washington, US)
Gravenstein RedDenmark/USSharp0.561052 (Washington, US)0.07126 (Washington, US)
Great BritainDevonshireSharp
Green BittersweetDevonshireBittersweet
Grimes GoldenWest Virginia, US1804Sharp0.611052 (Washington, US)0.07149 (Ontario, Canada), 173 (Washington, US)
GrindstoneSharp0.581061 (Washington, US)0.10178 (Washington, US)
GuillevicFranceSharp0.581059 (France)0.135
Hagloe Crab Gloucestershire, England<1880Sharp
Hangdown (a.k.a. Pocket Apple)Somerset or Devonshire, EnglandBittersweet0.201056 (Somerset, England)0.28161 (Somerset, England)
HarrisonNew Jersey, US1770Sharp0.641061 (Washington, US)0.10146 (Washington, US)
Harry Masters Jersey Somerset, England<1900Bittersweet0.201056 (Somerset, England), 1051 (Washington, US)0.32172 (Somerset, England), 146 (Washington, US)
Hastings Somerset, England2007Bittersweet0.131057 (Somerset, England)0.29120 (Somerset, England)
Hauxapfel Germany1920Bittersharp
Helen's AppleSomerset, England2007Bittersweet0.101050 (Somerset, England)0.29142 (Somerset, England)
Hereford BroadleafHerefordshire, EnglandTRI
HoneystringSomersetSweet
IdaredSweet0.4112.40.041
Improved DoveEnglandEarly 1900sBittersweet
Improved Lambrook PippinSomerset, England<1960Sharp
Improved RedstreakEngland<1940Bittersharp
Jane Somerset, England2007Bittersweet0.191052 (Somerset, England)0.33118 (Somerset, England)
Jaune de VitréFranceSharp0.881060 (France)
Jeanne RenardFranceBittersweet0.171065 (France)0.42rBI
JoannaSomerset, EnglandBittersweet0.111045 (France)0.22128 (Somerset, England)
JonathanSharp0.5813.00.046
JouveauxFranceBittersweet0.301052 (Washington, US)0.16149 (Washington, US)
JudaineFranceSharp0.671053 (France)0.075sAS
Judeline FranceSharp0.501050 (France)0.07sAS
Judin FranceSharp0.661060 (France)0.09
Judor FranceSharp0.671052 (France)0.07sAC
JulianaFranceSharp1.031061 (France)0.18
JurellaFranceSharp0.851053 (France)0.06sAS
Kaiser WilhelmGermany1864Bittersharp0.631055 (Germany)
Kardinal BeaGermany
KermerrienFranceBittersweet0.151062 (France), 1050 (Washington, US)0.43142 (Washington, US)
Kingston Bitter168 (Somerset, England)
Kingston Black (a.k.a. Black Taunton)Near Taunton, Somerset, EnglandLate 19th centuryBittersharp0.581061 (Somerset, England), 1055 (Washington, US)0.19182 (Somerset, England), 112 (Ontario, Canada), 141 (Washington, US)
Knotted KernelSomerset, England<1842Bittersweet0.241059 (Somerset, England)0.34188 (Somerset, England)
LagarSpainBittersharp0.600.22
Lambrook Pippin Somerset, EnglandSharp0.581054 (Washington, US)0.24160 (Washington, US)
Langworthy (a.k.a. Wyatt's Seedling)EnglandSharp
Lavignée (a.k.a. Belle de Douai)Bittersweet0.211049 (Somerset, England)0.27182 (Somerset, England)
Le BretPossibly EnglandSweet
Limón MontésSpainSharp0.810.12
LinSpainBittersharp0.710.24
Lizzy Somerset, England2007Bittersweet0.171047 (Somerset, England)0.20128 (Somerset, England)
Locart VertFranceSharpsPM
London PippinEngland1580Sweet0.381047 (Somerset, England)0.11
Lorna DooneSomersetSharp
LoroñeSpainSharp0.610.19
LoroñesaSpainSharp0.550.16
MaggieSomerset, England2007Sharp0.581052 (Somerset, England)0.14125 (Somerset, England)
MajorEnglandBittersweet0.181054 (Somerset, England), 1051 (Washington, US)0.41150 (Somerset, England), 117 (Washington, US)
MarialenaSpain
Margil<1800Sharp0.571049 (Washington, US)0.07152
Marie MénardFranceBittersweet0.221061 (France), 1057 (Washington, US)0.48143 (Washington, US)
MariñanaSpainSharp0.600.11
Marin OnfroyFranceBittersweet0.171059 (France), 1053 (Washington, US)0.325134 (Washington, US)
MaudFranceSharp0.491050 (Washington, US)0.07130 (Washington, US)
MaundyEnglandBittersweet
MeanaSpainSharp0.660.19
Médaille D'OrFrance<1850Bittersweet0.271059 (Somerset, England), 1059 (Washington, US)0.64177 (Somerset, England), 128 (Ontario, Canada), 139 (Washington, US)
MeriennetFranceBittersweet
Merton RussetSharp0.8213.60.034
MettaisFranceBittersweet0.171063 (France), 1056 (Washington, US)0.38138 (Washington, US)
Merton RussetSurrey, England1921Sharp0.82
Michelin France1872Bittersweet0.251050 (France), 1048 (Washington, US)0.23172 (Somerset, England), 115 (Ontario, Canada), 153 (Washington, US)
MiyaresSpainSharp0.480.15
Mollies DeliciousSweet0.1510.7
MontotoSpainSharp0.570.155
Morgan SweetSomerset, EnglandSweet TRI0.221049 (Somerset, England)0.13125 (Somerset, England)
Mott PinkFranceSharp0.761043 (Washington, US)0.05129 (Washington, US)
Moulin á Vent FranceBittersweet0.2610610.27
Muscadet de Dieppe FranceBittersweet TRI0.211055 (France), 1057 (Washington, US)0.25114 (Ontario, Canada), 127 (Washington, US)
Muscat de BernayFranceBittersweet0.281050 (Washington, US)0.19161 (Washington, US)
Naomi Somerset, England2007Sweet0.281041 (Somerset, England)0.17135 (Somerset, England)
NehouFrance<1920Bittersweet0.171057 (Somerset, England), 1056 (Washington, US)0.60150 (Somerset, England), 151 (Washington, US)
NeverblightSomersetSharp
Newtown Pippin se also Yellow NewtownQueens County, New York, USc.1750
No Prieta AntiguaSpainSweet0.100.086
Northern SpySharp0.7013.20.048
NorthwoodDevon, Englandc.1800Sweet0.271049 (Somerset, England)0.17182 (Somerset, England)
Norton BitterSomersetSharp
ObdulinaSpainSweet0.370.155
OmontFranceBittersweet TRI0.1910630.22
Orange PippinFrance or UK<1800
OsierEnglandBittersweet
Paignton MarigoldDevon England<1834Bittersweet
PanquerinaSpainSharp0.550.12
ParaguasSpainSweet0.310.09
Parda BlanqueraSpainSharp-bittersharp0.710.20
Parda CarreñoSpainSharp0.570.10
PardonaSpainSharp0.930.12
Peau de Chien FranceBittersweet0.221065 (France)0.30sBI
Peau de VacheFranceSweet0.261048 (Washington, US)0.14140 (Washington, US)
Pennard BitterSomerset, England<1900Bittersweet
PepaSpainSweet0.210.10
PerezosaSpainSharp0.550.075
PericoSpainSharp0.590.12
Pethyre Monmoutshire, Wales1920sBittersweet
Petit Amer FranceBittersweet0.201055 (France)0.44
Petit Jaune FranceSharp0.741055 (France)0.12sAS, rBI
Pomme de Bouet FranceSharp
PonsfordDevonshire<1880Sharp
Porters Perfection Somerset, England<1900Bittersharp0.821054 (Somerset, England), 1054 (Washington, US)0.25199 (Somerset, England), 141 (Ontario, Canada), 147 (Washington, US)
PoundDevonshireSweet
Poveshon Essex County, New Jersey, US18th century
PrietaSpainSharp0.580.10
Prince William England2007Bittersweet0.1510570.25
Puget SpiceBittersharp0.961057 (Washington, US)0.13173 (Washington, US)
Queen CoxSharp0.5912.50.043
Queue TorteFranceSweet
RambaultFranceSharp0.641061 (France)0.14
RawlingsDevonshireSweet
RaxaoSpainSharp0.780.08
Red Jersey (a.k.a. Loral Drain)Somerset, England1895Bittersweet0.631052 (Somerset, England)0.48143 (Somerset, England)
Red NormanHerefordshire<1880Bittersweet
Red Spitzenbergsharp0.7716.00.052
Red Stayman WinesapSharp0.5115.10.060
Redstreak Herefordshire, Englandc.1630Sharp0.951048 (Washington, US)0.09121 (Washington, US)
Red WorthySomersetBittersweet
RegonaSpainSharp1.070.145
Reine des HativesNormandy, France1872Bittersweet0.241044 (Washington, US)0.27143 (Washington, US)
Reine des PommesFranceBittersweet0.411063 (Washington, US)0.52184 (Somerset, England), 149 (Washington, US)
Reineta EncarnadaSpainSharp0.550.11
Reinette Obry167 (Somerset, England)
Reinette RussetFrance19791.0
RénaoFranceSharp
René MartinFranceSharp0.761053 (France)0.14
Repinaldo GozónSpainSweet0.320.08
Repinaldo HuesoSpainSharp0.610.13
Ribston PippinEngland1708Sharp0.671060 (Washington, US)0.11142 (Washington, US)
Rosemary RussetSharp0.861055 (Washington, US)0.07152 (Washington, US)
Ross NonpareilEnglandSharp0.681059 (Washington, US)0.15154 (Washington, US)
Rouge DuretFranceSweet0.171049 (France)0.16
Rousse de la SartheFranceSweet0.171056 (France)0.16
Roxbury Russet Massachusetts, USc.1640sSharp0.61–0.801061 (Washington, US)0.08–0.11143 (Washington, US)
Royal Jersey Somerset, EnglandBittersweet0.191048 (Washington, US)0.36126 (Washington, US)
Royal Somerset (Copas)SomersetSharp
Royal WildingHerefordshire, EnglandBittersweet0.231053 (Somerset, England)0.24
Russet KingSharp0.711053 (Washington, US)0.05153 (Washington, US)
Saint Martin FranceBittersweet0.201055 (France)0.23
Sebin BlancFranceSharp0.541051 (France)0.14
Severn BankEnglandSharp
Sherrington Norman Bittersharp0.271051 (Somerset, England)0.33167 (Somerset, England)
Sibirian Bittersweet Englandc.1810
Sibirian Harvey England1807
Silver CupSomersetBittersweet
Slack-ma-Girdle Devon, England18th centurySweet0.271052 (Somerset, England)0.14
Smith's CiderSharp0.551050 (Washington, US)0.08152 (Washington, US)
SolarinaSpainSharp0.550.16
Somerset RedstreakSomerset, England<1917Bittersweet0.191050 (Somerset, England)0.35148 (Somerset, England)
Sops in WineEngland1600sSweet
Spicey PippinDevonshireSharp
Stable Jersey Somerset, EnglandBittersweet
Stead's Kernel Herefordshire, England<1875
Stembridge ClusterSomerset, EnglandBittersharp
Stembridge Jersey Somerset, Englandc.1950Bittersweet0.371047 (Washington, US)0.27137 (Washington, US)
Stoke Red Rodney Stoke, Somerset, England<1920Bittersharp0.641052 (Somerset, England), 1045 (Washington, US)0.31191 (Somerset, England), 102 (Ontario, Canada), 134 (Washington, US)
Strawberry NormanHerefordshire, England<1900Bittersweet0.3210530.36TRI
Styre Forest of Dean, EnglandBefore 1600
Sugar LoafDevonshireSweet
Sugar SweetDevonshireSweet
Sweet Alford Devon, EnglandSweet0.221052 (Somerset, England), 1049 (Washington, US)0.15174 (Somerset, England), 144 (Ontario, Canada), 156 (Washington, US)
Sweet BramleyDevonshireSweet
Sweet Coopin Devon, England<1800Sweet0.201052 (Somerset, England)0.14178 (Somerset, England)
Tale SweetDevonshire, EnglandSweet
TaliaferroSharp0.7710470.09147 (Washington, US)
Tan HarveyCornwall, EnglandBittersweet
Tardive de la Sarthe FranceBittersweet0.201059 (France)0.37
Tardive ForestiereFrance<1900Bittersweet183 (Somerset, England)
Taylor's Sweet (a.k.a. Taylor's)Somerset, England<1900Sweet-bittersweet0.201051 (Washington, US)0.14128 (Washington, US)
TeóricaSpainSharp0.800.08
TesniéreFrancSharp0.5610550.16
Three CountiesSomerset, England2007Bittersweet0.2010560.30137 (Somerset, England)
Tina Somerset, England2007Bittersweet0.1810550.25125 (Somerset, England)
Tolman SweetUS1822136 (Ontario, Canada)
Tom Putt EnglandSharp0.651052 (Somerset, England), 1044 (Washington, US)0.13120TRI
Track ZeroSweet0.181053 (Washington, US)0.10160 (Washington, US)
Tramlett's GenevaSharp1.011044 (Washington, US)0.17148 (Washington, US)
Tremlett's Bitter Exe Valley, Englandc.1820Bittersweet0.271052 (Somerset, England)0.34174
Twistbody JerseyEnglandSweet0.1210.00.058
Tydemans Late OrangeEngland1949152 (Ontario, Canada)
Upright French Dorset, EnglandBittersweet
Vagon ArcherEnglandBittersweet
VerdialonaSpainSweet0.340.09
VickySomerset, England2007Sweet0.1510500.14125 (Somerset, England)
Vilberie France<1900Bittersweet TRI0.271044 (Washington, US)0.41169 (Somerset, England), 148 (Washington, US)
Virginia CrabBittersharp0.911060 (Washington, US)0.19134 (Washington, US)
WagenerSharp0.4711.00.038
Weisser Trier Weinapfel Possibly Germany<1890Bittersharp0.84
WelschisnerGermany or Austria
WhidbeySharp0.691049 (Washington, US)0.12134
Whimple QueenDevonshireSweet
Whimple WonderDevonshireSweet
White Close PippinSomerset or Devonshire, EnglandBittersweet
White Jersey Somerset, England1895Bittersweet0.2910510.26
White Norman (a.k.a. White Hereford)Herefordshire, England<1900Bittersweet0.201056 (Somerset, England)0.32155 (Somerset, England)
Winesap USc.1817Bittersharp0.5112.70.054
Winter Banana Indiana, US1876Sweet0.4112.90.076
Winterrambour Germany1864Bittersweet0.36
Woodbine 1 (a.k.a. Rice's Jersey)Somerset, EnglandSweet0.291052 (Somerset, England)0.15
Woodbine 2 (a.k.a. Slack-ma-Girdle)
Woodcock Gloucestershire, Englandc.1600
XuaninaSpainSharp0.750.10
Yarlington Mill Somerset, England1898Bittersweet0.221052 (Somerset, England), 1048 (Washington, US)0.32183 (Somerset, England), 139 (Ontario, Canada), 136 (Washington, US)
Yellow Elliot England<1700
Yellow NewtownSharp0.5611.00.040
Yeovil Sour Yeovil, Somerset, Englandc.1824Bittersharp0.551052 (Washington, US)0.15
Zabergäu RenetteGermany1875Sharp0.791057 (Washington, US)0.12146 (Washington, US)

Rootstock cultivars

Selection of rootstock cultivars can be difficult: vigorous roots tend to give trees that are healthy but grow too tall to be harvested easily without careful pruning, while dwarfing rootstocks result in small trees that are easy to harvest from, but are often shorter-lived and sometimes less healthy. Most modern commercial orchards use one of the "Malling series" (a.k.a. 'M' series), introduced or developed by the East Malling Research Station from the early 20th century onward. However, a great deal of work has been done recently introducing new rootstocks in Poland, the U.S. (Geneva), and other nations. The Polish rootstocks are often used where cold hardiness is needed. The Geneva series of rootstocks has been developed to resist important diseases such as fireblight and collar rot, as well as for high fruit productivity.

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Further reading

Two of the most comprehensive publications on apple cultivars are: Khanizadeh, S. and J. Cousineau. 1998. "Our Apples/ Les Pommiers de Chez Nous", A Description of Over 250 Apple Cultivars Grown in Eastern and Central Canada Including 400 Coloured Photographs of the Fruits, Flowers and Leaves. Publisher Shahrokh Khanizadeh, 260 p. Ed: S. Khanizadeh. ISBN   0-660-60543-0.