Akane apple

Akane apple identification images

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USDA identification images for Akane

The identification paintings in the USDA Pomological Watercolor Collection span the years 1886 to 1942.

Citation: U.S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection. Rare and Special Collections, National Agricultural Library, Beltsville, MD 20705.

Visitor reviews

• 05 Nov 2023 

  It is has the rosiest fragrance and flavor of any variety!
• 28 May 2016  MARLNOROUGH, New Zealand

  this is my favourite apple! It is quite disease resistant, has a red/russet skin and white flesh. medium sweet (13 Brix) with good acid. It is quite juicy.
• 07 Sep 2015  WA, United States

  Good variety for western Washington, fairly scab resistant, (comment on apple maggot is true) good for fresh eating and for use in baking etc. Haven't tried for cider, but will be shortly.
• 29 Aug 2015  CA, United States

  Lovely flavor!
• 17 Aug 2015  Oregon, United States

  Very good early apple. Red striped skin, white flesh. Medium size. Best for fresh eating, and giving to your friends. Does NOT keep well. The Willamette Valley has been hot this summer, and my Akane is ripe now in mid-August.
• 14 Mar 2015  WA, United States

  I got a grafted semidwarf of this variety last year at this time (March 2014). It was a stick when first grafted onto the rootstock, but over the year it grew like a ROCKET. It is now around 5'6" tall and I am going to plant it: amazingly vigorous. I know I will have to wait a few years to get apples off of it, but it looks very promising.
• 13 Mar 2015  WASHINGTON, United States

  I like it because it's scab resistant, mid september, snapping sweet-tart, -reminds me of Jonathan, bright red, white fleshed keeps alright but takes on an off-flavor from the fridge that few apples do. It's other drawback is that it's a magnet to Apple Maggot, as is Elstar.
• 22 Feb 2015  OSLO, Norway

  Bought this apple in the organic part of Queen Victoria market in Melbourne. The apples were quite small, with a distinct, but not overly strong, taste. Good sour/sweet balance.
• 14 Sep 2013  NY, United States

  We live in an 1860's vintage farmhouse with a pair of 30 ft tall apple trees in the front yard. I believe one is an Akane. The apples ripen in late July to early August. When picked from the tree they are some of the best apples I have eaten. Let them sit for 2 days and they have a grainy consistency and lose some flavor. I was going to use them for cider and waited for them to fall as the tree is quite tall. Bad choice as the apples rot on the tree! If anyone can confirm this is an Akane, please let me know.
• 28 Feb 2013  VICTORIA, Australia

  Bought a bag of these the other day. Wasn't impressed with the first one, but they've slowly grown on me. Has anyone ever made cider with these? Coz that's what they taste like :D
• 17 Jan 2013  France

  These are available only for a short period at french villiage markets. My favourite apple, crisp, sweet with lots of juice when you get fresh ones and with a beautiful apple perfume when you bite into it.
• 22 Dec 2011  ISLAND COUNTY, WASHINGTON, United States

  Excellent flavour and crispness, but not too dense - my current favorite. Its also well suited to our temperate coastal climate. I've dealt with some mildew but considering the damp climate it does well here. Highly recommended.
• 31 Oct 2011  BC, Canada

  I have an Akane tree that I planted 25 years ago. It is scab resistant, grows well in our warm coastal climate. As an added bonus, although the apples do not keep for more than a week or so after being picked, they will stay ripe on the tree for more than six weeks. making it relatively easy to eat them fresh for an extended period. An amazing apple for eating, drying, and applesauce.
• 18 Aug 2011  WA, United States

  I have a semi-dwarf akane and love it. No disease problems to speak of, and the flavor is exceptional- my favorite of all apples.
• 14 Jul 2011  INDIANA, HUNTINGTON COUNTY, United States

  I am trying to locate an apple from grandparent's pasture that looks much like this. It's a rather large apple that makes the best applesauce that has a pink color to it! It always gave it's apples to us in early September and I've been looking forever for whatever it might be. Any help? It was great for eating or sauce. Hoping the antique apple may be close to what I'm trying to find. Thank you for any help and/or ideas.
• 16 Aug 2010  MI, United States

  We are just eating our way through a half a peck of these purchased at the Ann Arbor Farmers Market in Ann Arbor, MI. They are exceptionally good tasting.
• 31 May 2010  CALIFORNIA, United States

  I am looking for warm climate varities of apples. Does any know how many chill hours are required for this variety? Flavor? Storage life? Month it ripes for harvest?
• 30 Apr 2010  NEW PLYMOUTH, New Zealand

  they have these in the Warehouse now, look OK, what do they pollinate with?
• 01 Jan 2010  United Kingdom

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Where to buy fresh fruit

The following orchards grow Akane:

United States

• Colorado

  • Bolton's Orchards, Grand Junction
  • Conner Orchards, Hotchkiss
  • Masonville Orchard, Fort Collins

• Georgia

  • Freedom Farms - Apple & Peach Orchard, Chatsworth

• Idaho

  • Williamson Orchards & Vineyards, Caldwell

• Illinois

  • Jonamac Orchards, Malta

• Indiana

  • Anderson Orchard, Mooresville
  • Pleasant View Orchard, Fairland

• Iowa

  • Appleberry Orchard, Donnellson
  • Applecart Orchard, Vinton
  • Wilson's Orchard, Iowa City

• Massachusetts

  • Park Hill Orchard, Easthampton
  • Tougas Family Farm, Northborough

• Michigan

  • Orchard on the Lake,

• New Hampshire

  • Old Ciderpress Farm, Westmoreland

• New Mexico

  • Costanzas' Orchards and A-Bee Honey, Edgewood

• New York

  • Black Diamond Farm, Trumansburg

• Oregon

  • Haury Farms, Salem
  • Kiyokawa Family Orchards, Mount Hood Parkdale
  • Marquam Meadows Fruit Company, Molalla
  • Smith Berry Barn, Hillsboro
  • Territorial Road Orchard, Corvallis

• Pennsylvania

  • Apple Castle, New Wilmington

• Tennessee

  • Indian Cave Orchards, New Market

• Washington

  • Skipley Farm, Snohomish        *** Feature Orchard ***
  • Tonnemaker Hill Farm, Royal City

• Wisconsin

  • Cattleana Ranch, Poygan Township/Omro
  • Rush River Orchard and Bakery, Ellsworth

Canada

• British Columbia

  • Dragonfly Farm, Salt Spring Island
  • Fruit Forest Certified Organic Farm, Cobble Hill
  • Salt Spring Apple Company, Salt Spring Island
  • Starry Night Meadows Farm, Mayne Island

Australia

• Victoria

  • Heritage Fruits Society, Fairfield