Crimson Delight

Crimson Delight[1] is an apple cultivar and is a cross of a Splendour with a Gala. Apple King LLC of Yakima, Washington is the registered trademark holder of the name Crimson Delight.[2][3] The apple is also known as the WA 2.[4]

Crimson Delights in a 3 lb pouch bag

The Crimson Delight tree has a compact growth habit and is highly productive. The fruit is not prone to sunburn or bitter pit and is harvested in the fall around late September to October. Post-harvest the fruit is not sensitive to bruising and is easy to handle on packing lines. The apple stores exceptionally well and can last 6 months in refrigerated storage and 12 months in controlled atmosphere storage.[5] Flavor peaks as it is stored and ripens further if set out on a counter for a few days to a week.[5][2][6]

Crimson Delight is a multi-purpose apple intended for snacking, baking and fresh recipes. The fruit size is medium to large with a firm texture and is crisp and juicy. The skin is an orange red to pinkish blush over a limited yellow background.[6]

Disease susceptibility
  • Bitter Pit: Low
  • Sunburn: Low
  • Stem Bowl Splits: Higher with late harvesting

See also

References
  1. "Good Fruit Grower - March 15". read.dmtmag.com. Retrieved 2016-02-12.
  2. "WSU apple gets new push with new name". Capital Press. February 10, 2016. Retrieved February 25, 2016.
  3. "Crimson Delight Trademark". Trademarkia.
  4. "WA2". www.tfrec.wsu.edu. Retrieved 2016-02-12.
  5. "Crimson Delight Fact Sheet" (PDF).
  6. "Crimson Delight Apples". Melissa's Produce.


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