This dessert apple is known for its rich flavor, especially at the time of harvest. Yields can be inconsistent. It is best enjoyed from late December through February.

Malus comprises small to medium-sized deciduous trees that display prominent blossoms in the spring and bear ornamental or edible fruit in the fall. Several species also exhibit attractive foliage during the autumn months.

Malus domestica 'Ashmead's Kernel' (D)

Malus domestica 'Ashton Bitter' (Cider)

Malus domestica 'Ashton Brown Jersey' (Cider)

Malus domestica 'Askham Pippin' (F)

Malus domestica 'Astrachan Large Fruited' (D)

Malus domestica 'Auralia' (D)

Malus domestica 'Autumn Harvest' is an early maturing apple variety suited for both fresh eating and cooking. The fruit features a golden-yellow exterior with a pink blush on the side exposed to the sun. Its flesh is firm and somewhat dense, offering a mild flavor that holds up well during cooking. This tree grows vigorously with an upright to spreading habit and necessitates a pollinator from groups 2, 3, or 4. Harvest occurs in late summer, and the apples can be stored for a few weeks post-picking.

Malus domestica 'Autumn Harvest' (C/D)

Malus domestica 'Autumn Pearmain' (D)

Malus domestica 'Autumn Rouge' (C)

Malus domestica 'Aval Gwat' (F)

Malus domestica 'Aw 106' (F)

Malus domestica 'Aynho Scarlet' (F)

Malus domestica 'Aztec' (F)

Malus domestica 'Azufu'PBR (F)

Malus domestica 'B. Thome McIntosh' (F)

Malus domestica 'B3f44'PBR

Malus domestica 'B3f45'PBR

Malus domestica 'Baby' (F)

Malus domestica 'Babylove'

Malus domestica 'Backwell Red' (Cider)

Malus domestica 'Baker's Delicious' is an early-season apple variety, producing medium to large fruits. The apples feature a thin yellow skin, accented by an orange-red blush. Inside, the flesh is crisp, juicy, and aromatic, with a dark cream color that is prone to bruising. This variety yields a good harvest in early autumn, with the ability to store fruit until mid-autumn. It benefits from being planted alongside a group 1, 2, or 3 pollinator for optimal fruit set.

Malus domestica 'Baker's Delicious' (D)

Malus domestica 'Baldwin' (D)

Malus domestica 'Ball's Bittersweet' is a robust apple tree that typically grows to about 6 meters in height. This variety is a hybrid resulting from the crossing of 'Medaille d'Or' and 'Old Foxwelp'. In late May, the tree showcases pinkish-white blossoms, which are succeeded by fruits that exhibit a mix of greenish-yellow and red hues. These apples possess a bittersweet flavor profile, making them suitable for crafting mild cider. Harvesting occurs from late October through November, and the tree is resistant to scab. It falls into pollination group D and is self-sterile.

Malus domestica 'Ball's Bittersweet' (Cider)

Malus domestica 'Ball's Pippin' (D)

Malus domestica 'Ballarat Seedling' (D)

This cultivar features a columnar growth pattern, resulting in a compact tree with limited branching. Fruit is produced on spurs along the main stem. The apples, which ripen in mid-season, are medium-sized and have a flat to rounded shape. Their smooth green skin transitions to yellow, showcasing a subtle orange blush on the side that receives sunlight.

Malus domestica 'Ballerina Bolero' (Ballerina Series) (D)

Malus domestica 'Ballerina Polka' is a dessert apple variety distinguished by its upright growth habit and mid-season harvest. The apples are medium in size, featuring greenish-yellow skin that develops a red blush on the side exposed to sunlight. The flesh is sweet, juicy, and crisp, with a low acidity level. These fruits have a storage potential of up to eight weeks.

Malus domestica 'Ballerina Polka' (Ballerina Series) (D)

Malus domestica 'Ballerina Samba' (Ballerina Series) (D) features a narrow, upright growth pattern, characterized by side branches that extend slightly from the main trunk before ascending vertically. The fruits are small to medium in size, displaying a yellowish base color with a vibrant red blush on the sunlit side. Their flesh is juicy, crisp, and offers a sweet-tart flavor profile.

Malus domestica 'Ballerina Samba' (Ballerina Series) (D)

Malus domestica 'Ballyfatten' (C)

Malus domestica 'Ballyvaughan Seedling' (D)

Malus domestica 'Banana Pippin' (F)

Malus domestica 'Banns' (D)

Malus domestica 'Barchard's Seedling' (D)

Malus domestica 'Bardsey' is a conical apple variety suited for both fresh eating and cooking. Its skin features pale green tones accented with pink stripes, while the flesh is juicy, sweet, and carries a hint of lemon aroma, cooking down to a fluffy texture. This apple produces a good harvest in early autumn and can be stored until late autumn. To ensure proper pollination, it should be paired with a group 1, 2, or 3 pollinator.

Malus domestica 'Bardsey' (D)

Malus domestica 'Barnack Beauty' is a sprawling apple tree that produces clusters of blossoms each spring, followed by substantial fruit yields, which may require thinning to prevent overcrowding. The medium-sized apples are round to oval, featuring a yellow background accented with vivid orange-red stripes and some russeting. The flesh is yellow, offering a juicy and crisp texture with a balanced sharp-sweet taste. These apples have good storage potential, lasting up to 16 weeks in cool conditions.

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