Apple, Fuji

The Fuji apple is a beloved classic known for its incredibly sweet, juicy flavor and firm, crisp texture. Developed in Japan and now widely grown worldwide, Fuji apples are exceptionally versatile, ideal for fresh eating, salads, baking, and cider-making. These large apples with rosy-red skin and occasional yellow or green streaks ripen in mid to late October, making them a popular late-season variety. Fuji apples are also known for their excellent storage quality, maintaining flavor and texture for months, which makes them perfect for enjoying fresh throughout winter.

Key Characteristics

• Exceptionally Sweet and Juicy Flavor
  Fuji apples are known for their high sugar content, making them one of the sweetest apple varieties available. Their crisp, juicy flesh makes them a favorite for fresh eating and adds a delightful sweetness to salads and desserts.
• Late-Season Harvest with Long Storage
  Fuji apples ripen in mid to late October and are renowned for their long shelf life. Stored properly, they retain their crisp texture and juicy sweetness well into winter, making them a valuable addition to late-season orchards.
• Versatile in the Kitchen
  Fuji's sweet, firm texture holds up well in a variety of dishes, from fresh eating to baking, pies, sauces, and cider. It also pairs well with savory foods, adding a sweet crunch to salads and cheese plates.
• Heat-Tolerant and Adaptable
  Originally bred in Japan, Fuji apples thrive in warm climates and show resilience in different growing regions, making them a dependable choice for a wide range of climates and orchard settings.
• Reliable Pollination Partner
  Fuji is self-sterile and benefits from nearby pollinators for consistent yields. Compatible varieties include 'Gala,' 'Honeycrisp,' and 'Liberty,' ensuring better fruit set and production.

Product Details

• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium, well-draining
• Bloom Time: Mid-season (April to early May)
• Bloom Color: White to light pink
• Fruit Qualities: Very sweet, crisp, juicy, firm texture
• Fruit Uses: Fresh eating, salads, baking, cider, sauces, storage
• Fruit Ripening Month: Mid to late October
• Required Chill Hours: 600-800 hours
• Pollination Partners: Gala, Honeycrisp, Liberty
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-9

Fuji apples are the ultimate sweet, crisp choice for any home orchard, combining outstanding flavor, versatility, and excellent storage life for fresh enjoyment well into winter.