When should you pick russet apples?
Matthew Perez
Updated on March 07, 2026
When should you pick russet apples?
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What apples are in season now Ontario?
- Royal Gala: Small to medium in size with a yellow-orange background colour and red blush.
- Ambrosia: A large bi-coloured apple with a bright pink blush over a creamy-yellow background.
- McIntosh: McIntosh – have a deep red colour with a green background.
- Red Delicious:
- Spartan:
- Honeycrisp:
- Granny Smith:
- Pink Lady:
What has happened to Russet apples?
Despite this, modern apple breeders rarely accept russeting in new apple cultivars. The amount of russeting can be affected by various factors including, weather, disease or pest damage and agrochemical applications (e.g. insecticides, fungicides and growth regulators).
Why are there no russet apples?
The word “russet” refers to the rough and dull skin found on some apple varieties, older varieties in particular. This rarely found on modern apples because it has been bred out over many decades.
Do russet apples keep well?
Some of the best apples for storage are: Ashmeads Kernel, Blenheim Orange, Bramley, Cox’s Orange Pippin, Howgate Wonder, Kidd’s Orange Red, Lanes Prince Albert, Pixie, Egremont Russet (in fact, pretty much all russet apples are good for storing) & Winter Gem.
How do you store russet apples?
How to store apples
- Place a few apples in a clear freezer bag (biodegradable options are available online) – or even better, paper bags – and store in the fridge for up to a week.
- To store apples over winter, wrap each one in a single sheet of newspaper and place them in single layers on a tray.
What apples are in season in July?
Apple Varieties Guide by Harvest Date – Which Apple to Pick and Why!
| Name | Ripening Date Dates are approximate and vary CONSIDERABLY with weather, location and more! | Apple Pie |
|---|---|---|
| William’s Pride | early July | |
| Lodi (aka, Yellow Transparent) | early July, even June some years | |
| Zestar | mid-July to mid-August | X |
| Gala | late July to early September | X |
What apples are available now?
APPLE CHART
| Variety | Taste | Available Now? |
|---|---|---|
| Granny Smith | Tart | Yes |
| Golden Delicious | Sweet and mellow. Crisp and juicy. | Yes |
| Honey Crisp | Very sweet, crisp and juicy. Tastes like apple cider! | Yes |
| Ida Red | Slightly tart and juicy. | Yes |
Are Russet apples good?
Its distinctive rough, rusty skin with gold undertones makes it impossible to miss. The drier flesh has a delightfully nutty and pear–like flavour. It is an excellent apple for eating fresh, cooking, stewing, and making cider.
Should you wash apples before storing?
To store fruits and vegetables safely at room temperature: Do not wash them before storage. Instead, wash them when you are ready to use them. If the produce is very dirty, rinse it and then dry it well before storing it.
How do you store Russet apples?
What apples are in season in November?
Apples: Upward of 2,500 varieties of apples grow in the United States, and their flavors range from tart to tangy to sweet. Although picking season is often early fall, most types are still fresh and available in November. Try Macoun, Red Delicious, or a Gala, or opt for a green Granny Smith or Pippin.
