The apple varieties in this group all have skin that is covered partially or completely with russeting. Though not the most pretty to look at, their flavor more than makes up for their looks. Their flavor ranges from sweet-tart to very sweet to pear-like.

Ginger golds are one of the earliest local fresh apple available in the fall! The greenish-gold skin of the Ginger Gold apple encase a crisp texture and sweet, but mildly tart taste. They are perfect for a snack and they don’t discolour when cut, making them a natural for salads, slices and garnishes! Ginger golds … Continued

Crisp and juicy, Sunrise apples are most similar to honeycrisp. A favourite with children, this apple picks in late August just in time for school lunches. Keeps well in the fridge for up to a month. Colours are red and yellow, just like a sunrise!

The wealthy is a medium to large size apple with a greenish-yellow and red skin with a white to cream colored flesh. This apple is crisp with a tart flavor. Wealthy apples are excellent for eating, baking, freezing, sauces, pies, juice and cider.

The Cortland is a medium sized red apple with white flesh similar to McIntosh. This sweet, juicy multi-purpose apple is excellent for eating, salds, sauces, pies, baking and freezing. Cortland apples are wonderful for kabobs, fruit plates and garnishes because they don’t turn brown quickly when cut.

This beautiful red apple is juicy and sweet with a tart tang. Its tender, white flesh make it perfect for eating, sauces, salads and pies.

Gala apples are can be identified by their distinctive yellow-orange skin with red striping. Their mild flavour, juciness and smaller size make them perfect for snacking, salads, baking and applesauce. A favourite of children!