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Types of Apple Trees

Posted December 5th, 2011 in Types of Apple Trees by Eunus

There are different types of apple trees available in the market. Coming from the different corners of the world, new types of apple trees are known and been commercialized as many people want to taste varied types of apples. Here is a quick rundown of the different types of apples, common and rare.

What are the Common Types of Apple Trees?

Braeburn Apple Trees

One of the most popular types of apple trees, Braeburn is widely known all throughout the world. Because of its very sweet and smooth texture, many people try to mix and experiment the crisp flavours of braeburn for baking, icing and even cooking. Mostly harvested during September and October, braeburn is of one that types of apple trees that endure any season of any year.

Fuji Apple Trees

Fuji types of Apple Trees

Fuji Apple Trees

If you thought Fuji apple trees was named from Mt. Fuji in Japan, you might want to think again. Derived from it place of origin, fuji apples come from Fujisaki, a small town in Japan known to have long winter seasons and short summers. Fuji apples are one of the biggest types of apple trees. Spanning a diameter of 75mm, fuji will not rot even if not placed in a low temperature.

In most Asian countries, fuji apples are very popular. The crisp texture and the sweet taste make it the most preferred, especially among the Japanese. But aside from Japan, other states in the US such as Washington have been growing these types of apple trees for years now.

Cortland Apple Trees

Cortland Apple Trees

Cortland Apple Trees

This may look familiar to you, but don’t be deceived by its very lusty red look because Snow White just ate this and made her fell asleep for a hundred years. Yes, the apple that the old lady gave to the fairy tale princess is Cortland apples. Considered to be the perfect mix for processed foods, Cortland apples are the sweetest compared to other types of apple trees. Because this doesn’t oxidize immediately, this is the best choice for fruit salads, meat dishes and garnishes. It has tart characteristics and blooms during April and sometimes during May.

What are other rare types of apple trees?

Granny Smith Apple Trees

Many people are still reluctant to perceive types of apple trees to be not red. Granny Ramsey Smith apple trees are types of apple trees that are light green in colour but has a very crisp texture. Originally came from Australia, these types of apple trees are brought to New Zealand and as far as the British countries. Other baking enthusiasts know granny smith because it is an excellent ingredient for pies.

Golden Delicious Apple Trees

Golden Delicious Apple Trees

Golden Delicious Apple Trees

As the name implies, golden delicious apple trees are indeed delicious. These types of apple trees have a very unique yellow colour. Originally known as Mullin’s apple because of its discovery by the Mullin Family in West Virginia, golden delicious apples are types of apple trees best for sauces and butters. The harvesting seasons for golden delicious is during the winter and autumn.

To date, there are 22 different types of apple trees that are being distributed worldwide and are being used in different purposes.