Cortland

Typical harvest: Early October

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Store and U-Pick availability vary. Please check with the farm for current availability before visiting.

Cross variety known for developing purple-maroon skin in cool autumn conditions. Creates distinctive pink applesauce due to skin pigments. Fine-textured flesh that doesn't brown quickly when cut - best used soon after harvest.

Early October

Flavor Profile

Sweet-tangy with vinous taste, slightly sweeter than McIntosh with subtle tartness

Sweetness Level: Moderately Sweet with Subtle Tartness

Texture & Mouthfeel

Fine-grained, soft with crisp consistency - flesh doesn't brown quickly

Best Uses for Cortland:

SauceSaladsBakingFresh Eating

Special Features:

Pink ApplesauceSauce SpecialistSlow to BrownHeritage Variety

What Makes Cortland Special

  • Purple-maroon skin development in cool weather
  • Creates pink applesauce
  • Slow-browning flesh

Storage & Availability Notes

Pre-picked recommended - loses crispness quickly, best used soon after harvest

Visit Our Apple Orchard

U-Pick & Activities

10am – 6pm Sat & Sun

September 5–November 1, 2026

Special October Hours

  • Friday, Oct 211am – 5pm
  • Friday, Oct 912pm – 4pm
  • Thursday & Friday, Oct 15–1610am – 6pm
  • Friday, Oct 2310am – 6pm
  • Friday, Oct 3010am – 6pm

Farm Store

10am – 6pm daily

Variety availability varies. View store details

Check our Facebook page for the latest picking updates before visiting.

Find the Farm

18605 Biscayne Ave W, Farmington, MN 55024