Fireside

Available Mid October

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University of Minnesota variety (1943) - cross of McIntosh and Longfield. Very large to huge fruit with sweet, mild flavor that intensifies after first frost. Beautiful scarlet blush coloring makes it as attractive as it is delicious.

Mid October U-Pick Available

Flavor Profile

Sweet with mild tartness, becomes much sweeter after first frost

Sweetness Level: Sweet with Mild Tartness - Enhanced After Frost

Texture & Mouthfeel

Fine-grained, firm, crisp, and aromatic with juicy flesh

Best Uses for Fireside:

Large SizeBaked ApplesFresh EatingSaladsPies

What Makes Fireside Special

  • Very large to huge size
  • Beautiful scarlet blush over green
  • Flavor enhanced by frost

Storage & Availability Notes

Good storage capability, can withstand colder temperatures

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U-Pick Hours:
Daily 10am-6pm
(During apple season)
Store Availability:
Apples also available at our farm store locations

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Our family-owned orchard offers the authentic Minnesota apple picking experience with varieties available throughout the harvest season.

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18605 Biscayne Ave W, Farmington, MN 55024