Zestar!

Typical harvest: Late Aug - Early Sept

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

University of Minnesota variety (Minnewashta) with distinctive sweet-tart flavor featuring brown sugar and spice undertones. Unlike other early apples, maintains exceptional crispness and juiciness. Excellent for sauces requiring less added sugar.

Late Aug - Early Sept

Flavor Profile

Sweet-tart with brown sugar hints, spice notes, and subtle floral tones

Sweetness Level: Well-balanced Sweet-Tart

Texture & Mouthfeel

Light, crisp, and juicy - unusual for early varieties

Best Uses for Zestar!:

BakingSauceFresh EatingSalads

Special Features:

Cold HardyExtended Storage

What Makes Zestar! Special

  • Brown sugar undertones
  • Maintains crispness unlike typical early apples
  • Cold-hardy to zone 4

Storage & Availability Notes

Stores well for 2 months refrigerated - excellent for early variety

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

Farm Store

10am – 6pm daily

Variety availability varies. View store details

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Find the Farm

18605 Biscayne Ave W, Farmington, MN 55024