Description Lucy™ Rose® was bred to bring true red-fleshed apples into everyday eating—focusing on sweetness, crunch, and broad appeal rather than sharp acidity or novelty alone. It delivers a clean, enjoyable bite that makes red-fleshed apples accessible to nearly everyone. Slice one open and the interior reveals a vivid rose-pink to red flesh that looks almost too pretty to eat. The texture is crisp and juicy, designed to be enjoyed firm, with a flavor that leans sweet and refreshing rather than intense or sharp. Ripening earlier than other Lucy™ apples, Lucy™ Rose® extends the red-flesh season and fits beautifully into fresh snacking, lunches, salads, and family orchards where sweetness matters most. Overview Sweetest-eating apple in the Lucy™ red-fleshed series Crisp, juicy texture with clean, approachable flavor Striking pink-to-red interior for slicing and presentation Earlier ripening than Lucy™ Gem® and Lucy™ Glo® Excellent fresh-eating apple for all ages Growing Details Latin Name: Malus domestica ’Lucy™ Rose®’Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soilChill Requirement: Estimated 500–600 hoursHardiness: USDA Zone 4–8Rootstock: M-106 (semi-dwarf)Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: Typically maintained at 12–16 ft tall and wide with pruningBloom Time: Mid-seasonRipening Time: Early to mid-season; typically early to mid-September (varies by region)Flowering Group: Group 3 (mid-season)Pollination: Pollination required; plant a compatible apple variety within 20–30 feetPests & Diseases: Standard apple pest and disease considerations; good airflow and routine care are importantYield: Reliable producer once established Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Lucy™ Rose® is selected for sweetness first, making it the most approachable and widely loved apple in the Lucy™ red-fleshed lineup. Regional Insight: Performs well across temperate regions, including the Pacific Northwest, where early fall conditions help fruit finish with excellent color and flavor. Flesh color intensity can vary with maturity and growing conditions; harvest fully mature fruit for the best interior color. Best enjoyed fresh; storage life is shorter than long-keeping apples. Explore more apples in our collection: Apple Trees
