Apple Guide

Paula Red

You may think you’re biting into a McIntosh, but it might actually be a Paula Red! These two varieties share similarities, even if the Paula Red has its own unique look.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Tart

Picking

End of August

Discover variety "Paula Red".

Empire

The Empire packs a punch with its beautiful dark red skin and firm flesh. Delightfully crisp and resistant to bruising, it’s perfect for a snack!

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Tart

Picking

Beginning of October

Discover variety "Empire".

Vista Bella

The Vista Bella has a bright greenish-yellow skin that turns to red when exposed to the sun. Under all that colour is a clear, crisp and very juicy flesh that has notes of raspberry.

Firmness

Soft

Taste

Fairly sweet

Picking

Mid-August

Discover variety "Vista Bella".

Spartan

The Spartan is definitely your friend in the kitchen: ultra-firm, just sweet enough and hardy. This plump apple keeps its shape once cooked.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Fairly sweet

Picking

Third week of September

Discover variety "Spartan".

McIntosh

The beautiful and very popular McIntosh is recognized for its sweet and plentiful juice. Perfect for applesauce or for the lunch box, it truly deserves its celebrity status.

Firmness

Fairly crisp

Taste

Fairly sweet

Picking

Mid-September

Discover variety "McIntosh".

Cortland

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Fairly sweet

Picking

Beginning of October

Discover variety "Cortland".

Sunrise

Featuring a beautiful light yellow colour and red stripes, it’s easy to see why this apple was given such a sunny name.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Sweet

Picking

Last two weeks of August

Discover variety "Sunrise".

Honeycrisp

The name suits it perfectly; the Honeycrisp has a sweet almost honey-like taste with just the right amount of crunch.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Sweet

Picking

End of September

Discover variety "Honeycrisp".

Gala

The Gala may look dainty with its delicate striped skin, but it’s actually quite robust, making it ideal for snacking.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Sweet

Picking

Mid-September

Discover variety "Gala".

Red Delicious

The name says it all, it’s an absolute delight to bite into one of these slender apples with its bright colour, crunchy texture and very sweet taste.

Firmness

Crisp

Taste

Sweet

Picking

Mid-October

Discover variety "Red Delicious".

Ambrosia

The Ambrosia apple stands out at the market with its pretty pink hue.

Firmness

Fairly crisp

Taste

Sweet

Picking

Mid-October

Discover variety "Ambrosia".