Fiesta (apple) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Malus domestica 'Fiesta' |
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| Hybrid parentage | 'Cox's Orange Pippin' × 'Idared' |
| Cultivar | 'Fiesta' |
| Origin |  United Kingdom, 1950 - 1999 |
The Fiesta apple is a popular type of apple that was created recently. It is sometimes called Red Pippin. This apple was developed in the United Kingdom. Scientists at the East Malling Research Station created it by crossing two other well-known apples: the Cox's Orange Pippin and the Idared apple.
Many people think Fiesta is one of the best apples that tastes like a Cox's Orange Pippin. However, it is much easier to grow. It also has good resistance to diseases, which means it stays healthy more easily.
About the Fiesta Apple
The Fiesta apple is known for its delicious taste. It is a sweet apple with a nutty and rich flavor. This makes it great for eating fresh as a dessert apple. You can also use Fiesta apples to make tasty apple juice. They are even used to make (hard) cider.
What Fiesta Apples Look Like
The skin of a Fiesta apple is usually yellow. It often has bright stripes and patches of orange and red colors. Sometimes, you might see a little bit of russeting on its skin. Russeting looks like a slightly rough, brownish patch. It is a natural part of some apple varieties.
When to Harvest and Store Fiesta Apples
Fiesta apples are harvested late in the season. This means they are picked later than many other apple types. Once picked, they can stay fresh for a long time. You can usually keep them for three months or even longer. This makes them a great apple to enjoy during the colder months.
