Lucy™ Rose
Howell TC2 cv, Howell TC11 cv
Apple breeder Bill Howell has created a stunning line of apples that feature attractive colored flesh and sweet/tart berry-like flavors. Quickly becoming a consumer favorite, the Lucy™ series is now available to Farmgate growers servicing farmer’s markets, you-pick operations, and fruit stands. Several varieties in the family are licensed under the tradenames Lucy™ Glo, Lucy™ Rose, and Lucy™ Gem. All are available for contract growing at Brandt’s Fruit Trees, LLC.
Details
| Parentage: | Arlie Red Flesh x Honeycrisp |
| Breeder/Owner: | Howell Breeding Program |
| Flavor profile: | Crisp and juicy with a sweet/tart flavor. Many relate the flavor to be berry-like in taste. |
| Color profile: | Heavy red overcolor with pronounced lenticels. |
| Fruit size: | Medium |
| Harvest timing: | TC2 mid-September, TC11 early October |
Inventory
2027
| Apple, Lucy™ Rose Howell TC2 cv | Total | 3/8 | 7/16 | 1/2 | 5/8 | 3/4 | 1" |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geneva® 890 | 1,161 | 46 | 366 | 505 | 244 |
Updated 9/5/2026
