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Fruit
Arlet
ARLET or Swiss Gourmet came from the Switzerland Research Station in the early 1980s. This dessert apple is a cross of Golden Delicious and Idared. Moderate size and very productive, and annual if thinned. Susceptible to apple scab fungus and powdery mildew. Fruit is medium, mild, sweet flavor. Matures late August. Stores about two to three months at 32 degrees. Should be good in apple butter.
Ripening Period
- Late Summer - August
Other Features
- Stores well