Jonadel facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Malus 'Jonadel'
Species	Malus domestica
Hybrid parentage	'Jonathan' × 'Red Delicious'
Cultivar	'Jonadel'
Origin	Ames, Iowa, USA, 1923

A Jonadel apple cut in half, showing its inside

The Jonadel is a special type of apple known as a cultivar. It was created by crossing two well-known apple varieties: the Jonathan apple and the Red Delicious apple. This tasty fruit was first developed in 1923 at the Iowa Agricultural Experiment Station in Ames, Iowa, in the United States. It was officially introduced to the public in 1958.

What is a Jonadel Apple?

The Jonadel apple usually has a base color of green-yellow. Over this, it often has streaks of orange, making it look quite appealing.

How the Jonadel Apple Was Created

The Parents of Jonadel

The Jonadel apple is a hybrid, which means it was made by combining two different types of apples. Its "parents" are the Jonathan apple and the Red Delicious apple.

• The Jonathan apple is known for its tart (a bit sour) and tangy flavor, often used in baking.
• The Red Delicious apple is famous for its bright red color and sweet, mild taste.

By crossing these two, scientists hoped to get an apple that had the best qualities of both. This process of creating new apple types is a big part of how we get so many different kinds of apples today!