Apple

The king of Himalayan orchards. Apple is the primary commercial fruit across Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Jammu & Kashmir.

Starkrimson Red Delicious

Starkrimson (specifically Starkrimson Delicious) stands out as a historic, classic true spur-type mutation of the Red Delicious family discovered in the 1950s. Unlike modern Europe...

Starkrimson (specifically Starkrimson Delicious) stands out as a historic, classic true spur-type mutation of the Red Delicious family discovered in the 1950s. Unlike modern European semi-spur clones, it exhibits a naturally compact, low-to-medium vigor growth habit that concentrates energy into tight fruiting spurs, making it highly precocious and exceptionally productive. It is celebrated for developing a solid, intense, deep crimson-red blush long before traditional standard varieties. The fruit is medium-to-large, sweet, and highly elongated with the classic five prominent crown lobes, making it a foundational favorite for high-density planting in traditional mountain orchards.

Altitude Range

Relative to other Apple varieties

1,000 ft 5,500 ft to 9,000 ft 9,000 ft

Chilling Hours

Relative to other Apple varieties

900
hours
200 1,000

Ideal Temperature

Relative to other Apple varieties

-4°C -3°C to 29°C 35°C

Days to Maturity

130d
100d 180d

Flowering

Mid

Harvest Window

Mid August to Late September

Rain Tolerance

Medium

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Storage Life

Good

Storage Duration

1mo 6mo 10mo

Market Demand

High

Export Quality

Certified

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