Spotlight On 6 Sweet Apple and Berry Varieties

Posted by Growing Produce Staff|January 16, 2024

Looking to grow something sweet and juicy? Plant breeders put much effort into developing new fruit varieties. American Fruit Grower recognizes this, and is excited to help you promote them here. Scan the photo gallery for fresh apple and berry choices from leading tree nurseries and fruit breeders.

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Legacy Gala - DRF 28 CLTV (Adams County Nursery)

‘Legacy’ Gala (U.S. Plant Patent #35,312P2) is a high-coloring, striped sport of Fulford Gala discovered in the orchards of Adams County Nursery by the late John H. Baugher, Sr. The fruit averages 10% to 15% more color than competing Gala strains and harvests with traditional Galas.
Best growing regions: Any

Disease resistance: Same as traditional Galas

https://acnursery.com/product/legacy-gala-drf-28-cltv-ppaf/
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Pink Lady PLBARB1 cv (Brandt's Fruit Trees)

The Pink Lady brand PLBARB1 cv., or ‘Barnsby’, features a pink overcolor on a green-to-yellow background. The sweet-tart flavor is the same as its parent, with lower acid levels that allow these apples to be eaten directly off the tree.

Best growing regions: Good for colder regions

https://Brandtsfruittrees.com
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Ruby Pink cv (Brandt's Fruit Trees)

The Pink Lady brand ‘Ruby Pink’ cultivar is a high-coloring sport of ‘Cripps Pink’. Harvest occurs within the standard ‘Cripps Pink’ window. ‘Ruby Pink’ cv., sold under the Pink Lady brand, is now accepted for export in all APAL-managed territories.

Best regions for growing: USDA Zones 6 to 9

https://pinkladyamerica.org
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RubyRush NJ150 Citv. (Adams County Nursery)

An exciting release from Rutgers University, ‘RubyRush’ (U.S. Plant Patent #33,546) is a ‘GoldRush’ x ‘Enterprise’ cross selected for its scab-resistant traits as well as its excellent tolerance to fire blight and cedar apple rust. The fruit is juicy with a desirable crisp texture.

Best growing regions: Any

Disease resistance: Scab-resistant and highly tolerant to fire blight and cedar apple rust

https://acnursery.com/product/rubyrush/
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Tahi (Nourse Farms)

‘Tahi' is the first completely spineless black raspberry variety. It grows vigorously and more upright than typical spiny lack raspberry cultivars. Large, medium-firm fruit has a deep black color. The lack of spines simplifies picking and pruning.

Best growing regions: USDA Zones 5 to 8

https://noursefarms.com/product/tahi/
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Yambu (Nourse Farms)

‘Yambu’ (U.S. Plant Patent #28,048; ‘Honeoye’ x E1991-023) plants are vigorous with dark-green color and have no special nutrient requirements. Fruits are very sweet, bright red in color, attractive, with uniform shape and glossy skin. ‘Yambu’ fruits for a long season and is very productive.

Best growing regions: USDA Zones 4 to 7

Disease resistance: Good tolerance to powdery mildew and Verticillium

https://www.noursefarms.com/product/yambu/