They have greenish-yellow skin with bright red flushes.
Inside, they have grainy, white, crisp, juicy flesh, which is slightly sweet with a hint of spice to the taste.
The fruit ripens in late August, early September in Minnesota.
The tree starts bearing while still young.
US Plant Patent #11367.
Cooking Tips
For fresh-eating, baking, sauces.
Storage Hints
Stores for up to 7 weeks in cool areas.
History Notes
Zestar Apples were developed by the University of Minnesota in Minnesota from a 1972 cross between State Fair, Connell and Goodland apples.