B51
This new variety features half its parentage from the Honeycrisp. It’s juicy, aromatic flesh shears when bitten into, and the apple has just the right amount of sweetness. The B51 will appeal to the raw apple snackers, and its beautiful color will entice customers of all ages. Nice snap in every bite Flesh is creamy white […]
Pazazz
A larger variety apple, the outer skin of the Pazazz apple has a unique color pattern. The background color is a greenish yellow with a red brush stroke pattern overlay. Having a flavor similar to that of the Honeycrisp, the Pazazz apple has a crisp texture and offers an exceptionally sweet and subtly tart flavor.
KinderKrisp
KinderKrisp is a brand new apple variety developed by an independent fruit breeder in Minnesota. Exceptional flavor and crisp texture, like its parent Honeycrisp, this early ripening apple features sweeter, smaller fruit. Perfect size for snacking or kid’s lunches.
First Kiss (aka Rave, MN55)
First Kiss, (formerly the MN55) the latest release from the University of MN, is the child of Honeycrisp and an Arkansas variety, resulting in an apple that tastes much like Honeycrisp but is more heat-tolerant and ripens earlier.
Centennial Crab
Centennial Crabapple Large, red over orange crabapple that is excellent for fresh eating and sauce, but does not store well. Tree is very hardy, even in USDA Plant Hardiness Zone 3. Introduced in 1957. Ripens mid- to late August.
Pick Your Own
Pick Your Own for 2022 will be very limited if available at all. Fireside Orchard is continually adding new varieties and replacing aging trees whose production capacity is diminished so you will be able to enjoy the ‘pick your own’ experience of the apples you like most. Over the past few years we have replaced […]
RiverBelle
With a texture similar to Honeycrisp, the sweet Riverbelle has an explosive flavor. They are crisp and juicy, ideal for fresh eating. Bite into a Riverbelle and you will be amazed that you may have found another new favorite! Origin: Shefelbine Orchards and Pumpkins, Holmen, WI Size & Color: Large; broken orange stripes over yellow Flesh & […]
Honeycrisp
Large, dappled red fruit with a well-balanced flavor, outstanding crispness and juiciness. Best for fresh eating and salads as the flesh is slow to brown. Fruit will easily store 7 or more months, a benefit for small commercial growers. With more than 3 million trees planted, Honeycrisp is easily the most popular U of M […]
Haralson
Firm texture with a complex tart flavor. Good for fresh eating and cooking. Especially good pie apple. The fruit will store for 4 to 5 months. Origin: University of Minnesota, released 1924 Parentage: Malinda x Wealthy Size & Color: Medium; broken red striping over green/yellow Flesh & Flavor: Crisp, very juicy, very lively sweet/tart with […]
Cortland
Origin: Cornell University, Geneva, New York, 1915 Parentage: McIntosh x Ben Davis Size & Color: Large with deep burgundy stripes over green/yellow Flesh & Flavor: Coarse, very white; rich, full, winey, aromatic flavor Uses: Eating, pies, sauce, cider (all purpose) Keeping: Three months
