Tag: Apple breeding

Archaeological evidence suggests humans have enjoyed apples for over 8,500 years. Among the countless varieties, the question 'is there a Red Delicious apple?' is often asked due to its recognizable name and divisive flavor profile. The answer is a definitive yes, though its story is far more complex than its sweet, but sometimes mealy, reputation suggests.

In 1973, in Western Australia, a brilliant crossbreeding project gave the world one of its most popular and recognisable apple varieties. Many apple enthusiasts wonder: what two apples make a Pink Lady®? The answer lies in the specific combination of two very different, yet complementary, apple cultivars.