What is the best apple to eat?
Honey Crisp: The ultimate eating apple! Thin, chewable skins, crispy, sweet flesh. These keep well (3-6 months) if kept in the fridge, but note that these bruise easily, so handle with care. The apples in my bushel were very large and of nice quality. Thank you for your business, you save me time and energy.
When will apples be available to order?
We offer apples starting in September and usually through December. You can see what’s available now by checking our current order forms, or sign up on our email list, and we’ll notify you when it is time to order. There are so many beautiful and tasty apples to choose from; it can be hard to choose.
Are your apples available in the online store?
Many of our apples are available in our online store and ready to ship anywhere in the country. The Aceymac is a newer apple that originated in New York. It has a similarity to a McIntosh apple in appearance, but its taste is similar to a Spartan.
Are the apples in my bushel good quality?
The apples in my bushel were very large and of nice quality. Thank you for your business, you save me time and energy. I purchased the Fuji apples to make me some applesauce.
How much can you make off an acre of apples?
The participating growers sold an average of $8,226 worth of apples per year. The lowest receipts were $2,562 per acre, while the highest receipts were $16,630 per acre. The average yield of sold apples was 160 bushels per acre.
How much is a bushel of deer apples?
Deer Apples! $9/bushel, 40+lbs.
What is a deer Apple?
In the fall during hunting season, large bags of apples are available that are used in deer hunting; hence I call these apples �deer apples�. They may be a little past prime, or bruised and such. Not the optimal apples producers like to put on the shelf to sell to people.
What apples are in season in Georgia?
Georgia's apple varieties include Ozark Gold, Paulard (July – August); Red Delicious, Golden Delicious (July – December); Rome Beauty, Mutzu Crispin (August – December); Empire, Jonagold, Jonathan (August – September); Arkansas Black, Fuji, Granny Smith, Stayman Winesap and Yates (October – December).
What apples are best for deer?
Some good apple tree varieties that work well for most of the country include Liberty, Enterprise, Dolgo, and Chestnut.
Can I bait deer with apples?
Take an apron with a big pouch on it when you go to bait and load the pouch with apples from the bushel basket. Put a few next to a rub and then cut a couple in half and add it to the whole fruit you just strategically placed.
What is the cheapest thing to feed deer?
An inexpensive way to feed deer is with corn. Deer love corn and many hunters rely on it for supplemental feeding. That being said, corn is not an excellent source of protein, which is essential for antler growth and the nursing of fawns.
Should you feed apples to deer?
You should try to load up deer feeders with apples near the end of winter. They'll benefit more from easily digestible foods during the winter months. Deer naturally eat apples, and apples are perfectly safe for use in a deer feeder. Apples provide deer with a sweet treat that gives them a large nutritional boost.
Should I cut up apples for deer?
Items you will need Use more apples once you begin to see deer at the feeding spot. Cut the slices of apples into smaller pieces and place into a bowl.
What apples grow best in Georgia?
According to the University of Georgia, the best types of apple trees to grow in this apple zone include Ginger Gold, Gala, Mollie's Delicious, Ozark Gold, Red Delicious, Jonagold, Golden Delicious, Fuji, Mutzu, Rome Beauty, Stayman, Yates and Granny Smith.
What apples grow best in North Georgia?
The most popular apple varieties grown in Georgia include Empire, Fuji, Granny Smith, Jonagold, Jonathan, Ozark Gold, Paulard, Red Delicious, Rome Beauty, and Yates.
Are Honeycrisp apples grown in Georgia?
Mid August Apples: Lots of popular apple varieties are available mid-late August including: McIntosh, Jonathon, Red Delicious, Golden Delicious, Empire, and Honey Crisp (my son's new favorite). McIntosh is a sweet/tart apple good for cooking and eating.
What are the earliest apples?
Fresh eating, applesauce, apple butter, and pies. More about Macintosh Apples. Gala apples are one of the earliest apples available. They are juicy and sweet and a bit smaller than most of our other apples, which makes them especially well suited for children’s lunchboxes.
What is red delicious apples?
Red Delicious apples, fresh off the trees, are delightfully crisp and sweet, not mealy and tasteless like some grocery store Red Delicious apples!
What is mutsu apple?
Mutsu (a.k.a. Crispin) apples are very crunchy, very juicy and usually very big. (We made a pie with only 2 of them in 2011!) Sweet and very flavorful.
What is a Jonagold apple?
Jonagold apples are a cross between Jonathan and Golden Delicious apples. They’re sweet (with a hint of tartness), firm and juicy. Jonagolds will hold their shape when baked in a pie.
How long do honey crisp apples keep?
Honey Crisp: The ultimate eating apple! Thin, chewable skins, crispy, sweet flesh. These keep well (3-6 months) if kept in the fridge, but note that these bruise easily, so handle with care. The apples in my bushel were very large and of nice quality.
What is the flavor of Cortland apples?
Cortlands soften quite a bit when they’re cooked, which makes ’em good for applesauce. Flavorful, not too sweet .
What is the color of the flesh on a Rome apple?
Rome apples, sometimes known as Red Rome for their beautiful deep red skin, have snow white, dry-ish flesh that is streaked with pink. Rome’s make the best baked apples.
Is it illegal to destroy apples at Ecker's Apple Farm?
If a person or family cannot understand and comply with the law and the policies of Ecker's Apple Farm, the authorities will be notified.
Do apples need to be washed?
All apples sold in the market are washed and polished. Due to COVID concerns, we’ve pre-bagged our apples this year.
What are the best apples to eat?
Ripe, full color apples are great for eating. Older apples that are past ripe and a bit mushy work well for baking.
Why do we eat apples?
Produce Tips. Apples can help prevent cancer and protect the brain. Apples contain phytochemicals, which help to fight breast, colon and pancreatic cancer. Research shows that eating apples can help improve a person’s memory and help protect their brain against Alzheimer’s disease.
What is the red flesh apple?
The Hidden Rose, also known as the Aerlie Red Flesh Apple, is a new variety discovered in Oregon. It has a deep red flesh which is crisp, hard, and juicy. It has a sweeter flavor and is great eaten fresh. It keeps its color when cooked and will store for most of the winter.
When were apples planted at Nichols Farm?
The first trees of our orchard were planted in 1978. Since then we have been planting trees every year. Every year there are new and old varieties planted, each with their own story and characteristics. Some are great and some are terrible. We value them all for their own uniqueness. The following is a list of most, but not all apples grown here on Nichols Farm and Orchard. Many of our apples are available in our online store and ready to ship anywhere in the country.
What is a shamrock apple?
The Shamrock is a cross between Spur McIntosh and Spur Golden Delicious apples. It originated in Summerland, British Columbia in 1992. The appearance and flesh is similar to a Granny Smith. Its greenish flesh is tart, but more like the flavor of a McIntosh.
How long does a gold rush apple last?
It is very firm and crisp. Its flavor is tart. This apple will keep in storage for longer than six months.
When is Ginger Gold Apple best eaten?
Also known as Mountain Cove, the Ginger Gold Apple is a Golden Delicious type of apple developed in Virginia around 1980. Its flesh is firm, crisp, and juicy. It is one of the best eating apples in summer and will store up to six months.
What is the Akane apple?
The Akane is a cross of Jonathan and Worcester Pearmain Apples. It has a crisp, juicy, white flesh with a tart flavor that sweetens as the days get shorter.
Where did the red Delicious apple come from?
The Red Delicious apple originated as the Delicious apple in Peru, Iowa in 1880 as a yellow apple with a blush. It is a possible seedling of the Yellow Bellflower apple. It was bred to be shapelier and redder thus giving it the name change to Red Delicious. It has a crisp flesh and a sweet taste when eaten fresh.
What is honeycrisp apples?
Honeycrisp apples are crisp with a sweet juicy flavor. Learn all about Honeycrisp apples, order farm fresh from the Orchard
How many apples are in an 80 count case?
The higher the count, the smaller the apple. For example: An 80 count bushel case contains 80 apples - these apples are slightly larger than those in a 100 count case. Economical packaging of a bushel case does not provide the same protection as a gift box and there is a risk of bruising.
How long can you keep a honeycrisp apple in the refrigerator?
Most kid's favorite apple is Honeycrisp - Farm Fresh. An apple that can store for 3-4 months in the refrigerator. Our signature item started from some of the first Honeycrisp apple trees & were the inspiration for starting our company in 1999. The apple that is always in the news! Helping bring back the incredible healthy snack.
What does "count" mean in apples?
Count - the number of apples in a 40 lb. bushel case.
Does Honeycrisp refund apples?
Honeycrisp.com does not provide refunds or replacements for bruised apples shipped in bushel cases. If you would not like to risk the apples bruising in shipment, try a Gift Box. Bushel Case - economical packaging method weighing approximately 40 lb. much like how they are packaged for grocery stores.
Can you return bruised apples to Honeycrisp?
We never pack bruised apples, but there is a risk of bruising during shipment when ordering bushel cases. Whether the apples bruise in shipment depends on how UPS handles the box. Honeycrisp.com does not provide refunds or replacements for bruised apples shipped in bushel cases. If you would not like to risk the apples bruising in shipment, try a Gift Box.
How many apples do you need for a 15G tree?
You generally need two different apples for proper pollination: typically at least one Anna and one Golden Dorsett. One Golden Dorsett will pollinate two Annas if planted in nearby proximity to each. The new Elsa Sweet will also cross pollinate with either Anna or Golden Dorsett as well. 15G APPLE TREES:
How many trees do you need to grow an Anna apple?
That said, if you really want to try your luck at growing apples, you will need at least 2 trees, for good pollination: Anna Apple & Golden Dorsett are a really good match. The ever popular Anna Apple is firm, crisp and tart, green when ripe and similar in flavor to ...
What does Anna apples taste like?
If you let the Anna ripen until it has a red blush, then the flavor is sweeter and it tastes more like a Gala. Below is a photo of Anna apples in our garden that were allowed to fully ripen.
When does Anna Apple ripen?
It does best if cross-pollinated with another variety: Golden Dorsett is the most common choice. Both ripen in early to mid-June in Gainesville. The Golden Dorsett is a yellowish-golden color, with a light pink blush.
When does Elsa Sweet ripen?
It ripens in mid to late June in Gainesville. Elsa Sweet is crispy, quite juicy and aromatic, and has a sweet yellow flesh that is firm and very rich in flavor. Tree growth on the Elsa Sweet is reasonably fast and quite vigorous -- provided you pay attention to the 2 rules for growing apples below. The original tree is said to be growing in an ...
Do apple trees like wet feet?
While it gets cold enough here most winters, our summers are so brutal, many small, young apple trees don't make it through their first or second summer unless they are appropriately pampered: apple trees do not like drought conditions, nor do they like wet feet.
Can you grow apples in Zone 9?
So, yes , it can be done: You CAN grow apples here in zone 9: Rule #1: Use our soil amendments formula liberally -- a well-fed tree will be much hardier against the elements. Every month is not too much for an apple! And if you do not have a layer of clay in your soil, be sure to use a little peat moss in the formula to help you with rule #2 ...
