Apples :: Zestar!

Early Season • Sweet-tart

Ripens

Late August - Early September

Characteristics

A pleasing crisp texture, juicy, sweet-tart flavor with a hint of brown sugar. Skin is 60-85% red, where the sun hits it, contrasting with a creamy yellow skin. Round 3" diameter fruits. Excellent for fresh eating, storage varieties and great for cooking too.

Parentage: State Fair x MN 1691.

Offspring: SweeTango.

History

This apple was developed by horticulturalists at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum's Horticultural Research Center and was introduced in 1998. It was bred to survive in cold climates. 

Storage

Excellent storage qualities. Keeps 1-2 months.