Idared is a type of red apple

Apple

The apple is the pomaceous fruit of the apple tree, species Malus domestica in the rose family . It is one of the most widely cultivated tree fruits, and the most widely known of the many members of genus Malus that are used by humans. Apple grow on small, deciduous trees that blossom in the spring...

 cultivar

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 from Moscow, Idaho

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, United States

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First developed at the University of Idaho Agricultural Experiment Station in 1942; it is a cross between two apple varieties (Jonathan

Jonathan (apple)

The Jonathan apple is a medium-sized sweet apple, with a strong touch of acid and a tough but smooth skin. It is closely related to the Esopus Spitzenburg apple.-History:There are two alternative theories about the origin of the Jonathan apple....

 x Wagener). The Idared has a white flesh with a firm body, and generally considered to be tart and juicy. For these reasons, it is very well suited for making apple sauces, pies, and cakes. Idared is harvested at the end of September to the middle of October. It remains hardy and durable till the end of January, and can even last until June with proper storage.

Parentage

Descendants:

• Pia (Idared x Elios)
• Piflora (Idared x Golden Delicious
  Golden Delicious
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• Pikosa (Pirella x Idared)
• Pilana (Pirella x Idared)
• Pingo (Idared x Bancroft)
• Pivita (Pirella x Idared)

Disease susceptibility

• Scab: high
• Powdery mildew: high
• Cedar apple rust: high
• Fire blight: high