However a Mutsu will change as stored to a sweet yellow apple and resemble a Golden Delicious. Mutsu is a newer variety that we are very excited about. It is a cross between Golden Delicious and Indo, and was developed and introduced in Japan. Similar to Golden Delicious, it is firmer, and tarter. Mutsu is a large that apple that keeps extremely well and sweetens as it ages while remaining firm.
American apples feature sweetness, consistent visual appeal, and widespread consumer acceptance.
Red and Golden Delicious have represented as much as 90 percent of all apples grown in this country. Both first appeared early in the century and have steadily risen in popularity. Paula and Ida are two relatively newer cultivars, appearing in 1960 and 1942 respectively. Empire was first cultivated in 1966 and Jersey Mac in 1971. Paula Red Paula Red is a beautiful variety that originated right here in Michigan.