Oatmeal Farm Network | Apple Varietals

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity	Water (in/wk)
Ambrosia	A very sweet, low-acid apple with a crisp texture, known for its honey-like flavor.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Arkansas Black	A deep purple-red apple with a dense, crisp texture and a sweet-tart flavor, often used for storage.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Ashmead’s Kernel	A small, russeted heirloom apple with a tart, complex flavor, often used for cider and fresh eating.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Black Oxford	A rare, dark-skinned apple with a crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor, often used for storage.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Braeburn	A firm, crisp apple with a balanced sweet-tart flavor, great for fresh eating and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Bramley’s Seedling	A classic English cooking apple with a tart flavor and firm texture, ideal for pies and sauces.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Cameo	A firm, sweet apple with a touch of tartness, often used for fresh eating and salads.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Cortland	A sweet-tart apple with a tender texture, often used for salads as it resists browning.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Cripps Pink	Also known as Pink Lady, this variety has a firm, tart, and crisp texture with a sweet finish.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Custard Apple	Tropical fruit tree with sweet, creamy fruit.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	High (4% - 6%)	< 2	13B	Very High	1 - 2
Egremont Russet	An English russet variety with a nutty flavor and firm texture, often used for eating fresh.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Empire	A cross between McIntosh and Red Delicious, with a sweet-tart flavor and crisp texture, good for snacking and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Enterprise	A disease-resistant apple with a firm texture and balanced flavor, good for fresh eating and storage.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Envy	A cross between Braeburn and Royal Gala, this apple has a sweet, crisp texture, great for fresh eating.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Esopus Spitzenburg	An old American heirloom with a rich, spicy flavor, reputed to be one of Thomas Jefferson’s favorites.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Freedom	A disease-resistant variety with a sweet-tart flavor, good for fresh eating and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Fuji	A very sweet, crisp apple originally from Japan, with a dense, juicy texture.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Gala	A small to medium-sized apple with a mild, sweet flavor and a thin skin. It is often eaten fresh or used in salads.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Golden Delicious	A yellow-skinned variety with a mild, sweet flavor, good for eating fresh or cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Golden Russet	A russeted apple with a firm, sweet flavor, often used for cider making.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Goldrush	A late-season apple with a tangy, crisp flavor that becomes sweeter in storage.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Granny Smith	A green apple with a tart, crisp flavor, ideal for both eating fresh and baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Gravenstein	An heirloom variety with a tart, crisp flavor, commonly used for pies, sauces, and cider.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Honeycrisp	A popular variety known for its exceptionally crisp and juicy texture, with a balanced sweet-tart flavor.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Jazz	A firm, crisp apple with a sweet-tart flavor, similar to Braeburn and Gala.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Jonagold	A cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious, with a sweet, tangy flavor and crisp texture.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Jonathan	A medium-sized apple with a bright red skin and a tart, crisp flavor, often used for pies and sauces.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Kanzi	A crisp, sweet-tart apple, similar to Gala and Braeburn, known for its balanced flavor and firm texture.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
King David	A red-skinned apple with a sweet, spicy flavor, ideal for both eating fresh and baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Liberty	A disease-resistant variety with a crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor, good for fresh eating and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
McIntosh	A tender, tart apple with red and green skin, commonly used for eating fresh, applesauce, or pies.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Mutsu	Also known as Crispin, it is a large, green-yellow apple with a sweet, firm texture, good for both eating fresh and baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Northern Spy	A large, crisp apple with a balanced flavor, great for pies and baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Opal	A yellow-skinned apple with a sweet, tart flavor, known for its resistance to browning.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Pippin	An old variety with a tart, crisp flavor, often used for cooking and cider.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Red Delicious	A well-known variety with a sweet but mild flavor and a deep red skin.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Rome Beauty	A red apple known for its firm flesh and mild flavor, excellent for baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Roxbury Russet	America’s oldest apple variety, with a firm texture and sweet-tart flavor, often used for cider making.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Rubinette	A cross between Cox’s Orange Pippin and Golden Delicious, offering a rich, sweet flavor with a hint of tartness.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Snow Apple	Also known as Fameuse, it is a small, tender apple with a sweet, juicy flavor and snow-white flesh.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Spartan	A medium-sized apple with a sweet, crisp flavor and red skin, often used for fresh eating.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Stayman	A tart, firm apple, great for baking, cooking, and cider making.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Summer Rambo	A summer variety with a crisp, tart flavor, often used for pies and sauces.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Suncrisp	A yellow-skinned apple with a sweet, tangy flavor, known for its long storage life.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
SweeTango	A crisp, juicy apple with a balanced sweet-tart flavor, a cross between Honeycrisp and Zestar.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Twenty Ounce	A large, crisp apple with a mild flavor, great for baking and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Winesap	A dark red apple with a tangy, spicy flavor, often used for cider and baking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Wolf River	A very large, mild-flavored apple often used for baking due to its size and texture.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
York Imperial	An old variety with a firm, crisp texture and sweet-tart flavor, great for pies and cooking.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate
Zestar	An early-season variety with a sweet-tart flavor and crisp texture, ideal for fresh eating.	Silt Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	< 2	5A	Moderate