Fuji Apple Tree

Fuji is a popular, crisp, and sweet apple variety known for its long storage life and excellent eating quality.

• Origin: Developed in Japan in the late 1930s and released in the 1960s; a cross between ‘Red Delicious’ and ‘Ralls Janet’.
• Chill Hours: Requires approximately 300–500 chill hours.
• Altitude: Thrives best at 500–1,800 meters (1,640–5,900 feet), depending on regional climate.
• Pollination: Not self-pollinating; requires a compatible pollinator such as Gala, Granny Smith, or Golden Delicious.
• Tree Size: Medium to large tree; available in standard, semi-dwarf, and dwarf rootstocks.
• Harvest Time: Typically mid to late October in temperate climates.
• Usage of Fruits: Primarily used for fresh eating, but also suitable for baking, salads, and drying.
• Fruits and Flavor: Large, round fruits with dense, crisp, juicy flesh; flavor is very sweet with low acidity, often with hints of honey.