Ripens
Late August
Characteristics
Beacon is a bright red, juicy apple with a sweet and sprightly flavor. The red skin can wash into the flesh, giving the flesh a pink hue. Beacon is best as a fresh eating apple.
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| Beacon, on the tree, August 2014. |
Beacon is known for it's cold hardiness and is a true Minnesota apple. It was introduced in 1936, by the University of Minnesota. For many years this was the first good eating apple of the season. Beacon used to be referred to as "the State Fair apple" as it ripens by the beginning of the state fair; this is different than the actual 'State Fair' apple.
Parentage: Malinda x Wealthy.
Storage
1-2 weeks
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