Apple variety Recolor — a late-autumn or early-winter variety developed in Germany, distinguished by high resistance to scab and moderate resistance to powdery mildew. The fruit of this variety has a round-conical shape, weighing from 180 to 240 grams, with a dark-red, blurred-striped blush covering the entire surface. The flesh is light-yellow, firm, juicy, crisp, with a harmonious sweet-tart flavor and a delicate convolvulus aroma. Sugar content reaches 14.9% on the Brix scale, and acidity is 6.5 g/L of titratable acids. Harvesting ripeness occurs in mid-season, while consumer ripeness is from October to December, making this variety an excellent dessert apple.
Moreover, the Recolor variety belongs to the red-fleshed apple group, which gives the fruit a vivid red flesh, valuable for various culinary purposes, including canning and cooking. The apple tree adapts well to different climatic conditions due to its disease and frost resistance. The fruit ripens in September and can be stored until winter, ensuring a prolonged harvest period. It is recommended to grow this variety on medium-height rootstocks for optimal growth and fruiting.
For successful cultivation of the Recolor apple tree, choose a sunny location, although the tree can also grow in partial shade. Planting saplings with an open root system is best done in spring or autumn, while those with a closed root system can be planted in summer. Tree care includes minimal pruning, primarily sanitary, and mandatory tying to a support using soft twine to prevent damage. Harvesting should only be done with fully ripe, undamaged fruits, and only healthy apples are suitable for long-term storage. This approach will ensure a high-quality, flavorful harvest that can be used fresh or for processing.
