Cosmic Crisp®
WA38 cv USPP 24,210
Cosmic Crisp® WA 38 cv., bred by Washington State University, is a cross between Enterprise and Honeycrisp. The apples harvest within the Red Delicious timeframe and releases very low amounts of ethylene, giving the selection excellent storage characteristics. Exclusive to Washington State growers within North America.
Details
| Parentage: | Honeycrisp and Enterprise |
| Breeder/Owner: | WSU |
| Flavor profile: | Balanced sweet/tart flavor, firm with excellent crispness and juiciness; maintains fruit flavor and texture throughout storage; flesh does not brown easily. |
| Color profile: | Red, red-striped blush (55-80%) and attractive, prominent lenticels. |
| Fruit size: | Size medium to large, decreases as trees mature; narrow size range with 85-90% of fruit within classes. |
| Harvest timing: | Fruit matures in Red Delicious season, late September and early October in Northern Hemisphere, in one or two picks. |
| Disease resistance: | Moderately susceptible to mildew and fire blight; not prone to sunburn or bitter pit. |
