APPLE YELLOW TRANSPARENT / YELLOW TRANSPARENT APPLE

APPLE ‘YELLOW TRANSPARENT’ / YELLOW TRANSPARENT APPLE

Early-Ripening, Tart, and Ideal for Cooking
Apple ‘Yellow Transparent’ is one of the earliest ripening apple varieties, known for its light yellow skin, crisp texture, and tart flavor. This medium-sized apple is not typically enjoyed for fresh eating due to its tartness, but it excels in cooking applications, where its bright flavor shines. Often used for making applesauce, pies, and apple jelly, ‘Yellow Transparent’ produces tender, smooth results when cooked. Its early harvest in late June or early July makes it one of the first apples available each season.

Why Choose Apple ‘Yellow Transparent’?

Comparison: ‘Yellow Transparent’ is much tartter and softer than apples like ‘Gala’ or ‘Red Delicious,’ and while its flavor isn’t as sweet for fresh eating, it holds up well in cooking. Its tartness makes it ideal for pies and sauces where added sugar can balance the flavor.

Companions: For successful cross-pollination, plant near other early-blooming varieties like ‘Gravenstein,’ ‘McIntosh,’ or ‘Jonagold.’

Key Features:

Early Harvest: One of the first apples to ripen, typically in late June or early July, offering an early-season crop.

Tart, Tangy Flavor: While too tart for fresh eating, it provides an excellent acidic bite for cooking, especially in pies, sauces, and preserves.

Soft Texture: The flesh becomes soft and smooth when cooked, perfect for making applesauce or apple butter.

Great for Cooking: Its ability to break down easily makes it a go-to variety for homemade applesauce, pies, and other baked goods.

Short Storage Life: Best used soon after harvest, as it doesn’t store for long.

Specifications:

Harvest Time: Late June to early July.
Tree Size: 4.5–6 m tall (standard) | 2.5–3.5 m tall (semi-dwarf).
Hardiness: Zone 4–8.

Apple ‘Yellow Transparent’ is a fantastic choice for those who love early-season apples for cooking. Whether used in pies, sauces, or preserves, its tart flavor and soft texture make it perfect for homemade apple dishes.