Apples Varieties
Explore the exquisite array of apple varieties nurtured in our orchard nestled in the heart of Southeast Minnesota. From the early ripening charm of First Kiss to the late-season allure of EverCrisp, our apples offer a symphony of tastes to delight every palate..
First Kiss
Aug/Sept
Our first apples off the trees, First Kiss is a cross between Honeycrisp and an unreleased apple produced from the University of Alabama.
SweeTango
Aug/Sept
applerankings.com calls the SweeTango a nearly perfect Holy Grail of an apple. It is a cross between Honeycrisp and Zestar!
Kudos
Coming soon
Minnesota Universities newest apple release. It is cross between Honeycrisp and Minnewashta (Zestar!)
EverCrisp
Oct/Nov
A cross between Honeycrisp and Fuji, this is our last apple off the trees. It is sweet and very crisp.
Sweet Maia
Coming soon
A Honeycrisp/Winecrisp cross. It is an early season variety ripening near the end of August.
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Premier Honeycrisp
Sept
A sport of Honeycrisp, these apples have the sweet and slightly tart taste of Honeycrisp but come off the trees 2 weeks earlier.
Ludacrisp
Oct
A MAIA apple - the creators of Ludacrisp compare it to Juicy Fruit (yes the gum) saying it is very juicy with tropical flavors.
Zestar!
Aug/Sept
An early ripener with a nice acid/sugar ratio. Flavorful, good sized fruit.
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Honeycrisp
Sept/Oct
Minnesota's state fruit since 2006, this apple is the University of Minnesota's most popular apple.
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Triumph
Limited supply
From the University of Minnesota this apple is a cross between Honeycrisp and Liberty.
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