Crimson Gold (apple)

Crimson Gold is a relatively modern apple cultivar developed in Canada, known for its attractive appearance and flavour. Bred at the Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada (AAFC) Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre in Summerland, British Columbia, it's a cross between a crab apple and the Golden Delicious apple.

The fruit is typically medium-sized and round, boasting a striking bright red skin over a golden yellow background. This bi-colour appearance is one of its distinguishing characteristics. The flesh is crisp, juicy, and yellowish-white.

Crimson Gold apples are prized for their flavour, which is a blend of sweet and tart notes. It's considered a good all-purpose apple, suitable for eating fresh, baking, and making cider.

The tree itself is reportedly disease-resistant, offering good resistance to scab and fire blight. The fruit matures mid-season, usually in late September or early October, depending on the growing region.

Crimson Gold apples are not as widely available as some more common varieties like Gala or Fuji, but they can often be found at farmers' markets or specialty apple orchards, especially in the Pacific Northwest region of North America.