Is the arboretum AppleHouse open?

Is the arboretum AppleHouse open?

The AppleHouse is currently closed. We will open for the 2022 season in late August.

Where is the AppleHouse at the Arboretum?

The AppleHouse is located 1.5 miles west of the Arboretum entrance on State Highway 5 and Rolling Acres Road. For a daily update of available apple varieties, call the AppleHouse Hotline at 612-301-3487.

How many apples has the University of Minnesota created?

30 apple varieties
Nearly 30 apple varieties have been released from the U and introductions such as the Honeycrisp have had a major impact on apple production throughout the world, not just in Minnesota.

What apples grow in Minnesota?

The ‘Honeycrisp’ apple is the most widely known Minnesota apple, appreciated for its distinctive taste and texture. Other University of Minnesota releases include Zestar! ®, SnowSweet®, SweeTango® and the newest U of M apple, Rave®, which Minnesota growers will market as First Kiss®.

What are Connell red apples good for?

A large size apple that is bright solid red or striped red in color. The Connell Red is a version of Fireside but is redder in color. It has a sweet flavor, which makes it a good eating apple. Connell Red apples have a crisp, fine texture that holds up well when cooked, making it a good choice for pies and sauces.

What is a first kiss apple?

First Kiss is the newest apple to be developed by the University of Minnesota. They were bred to have Honeycrisp juiciness and a refreshing tartness, while also being one of the first apples to ripen in the fall. Their very crisp texture along with tart to well-balanced flavor offers an incredible eating experience.

When can you pick apples in MN?

Apple season in Minnesota runs from August to early-November. This time of year is when fruit is at it’s peak. If you’re hoping to stretch the fall harvest, store your apples in a cool dark place. This will keep them crisp and juicy well into the winter season.

Are Connell red apples good baking?

It has a sweet flavor, which makes it a good eating apple. Connell Red apples have a crisp, fine texture that holds up well when cooked, making it a good choice for pies and sauces.

What is a Connell Red apple?

Connell Red apple is an improved sport of Fireside apple. While Fireside has a striped skin, Connell Red is a solid orange/red in color when fully ripe. The fruit can get very large and is excellent for fresh eating. Extremely cold hardy variety. Sweet and juicy flesh.

What’s a Rave apple?

They’re a crossbreed between Honeycrisp and MonArk, a tart, early-to-ripen apple from Arkansas. It’s a long process to crossbreed an apple without using GMOs.

What apple are in season in MN?

Harvest / Crop Availability Table