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Fuji Apple

Fuji apple is a large, rounded, reddish-orange apple variety that originated in Japan. It is a cross between the Red Delicious and Virginia Ralls Genet apple. It is an exceptionally crisp and sweet apple making it a favorite backyard apple variety. The fruits also store well, up to a year in ideal conditions. It is also a great pollenizer for other apple varieties.

Fuji Details  
Flavor Very Crisp, Very Sweet
Chill Hours < 500 below 45° F
Skin Color When Ripe Reddish-Orange
Fruit Use Fresh Eating or Cooked
Self-Fruitful Yes
Flower Season Early Spring
Fruit Season September – October
Light Needs Full Sun
Water Needs Regular Water
USDA Zone 6 – 9