Harvest date: August 15-25, available until September 1
The Ginger Gold Apple was discovered in Ginger Harvey's
orchard in Virginia, thus the name "Ginger Gold." This happens to be a
chance seedling which is unique in that it was not developed in a research
center where many new varieties are derived. The fruit is golden yellow,
medium to large size, smooth and typey, sweet and only mildly tart. The
flesh is white to creamy, with good storage life for an early season apple.
Ginger Gold is being planted across the country in small acreage's, receiving
great acceptance in the local marketplace. This is likely to be one of
the first fresh eating apples of the year. Look for this variety to come
in mid August, (shelf life-3 months in regular storage)