Our Apple of the Week spotlight continues with a true orchard classic, Red Delicious Apples! To celebrate 285 years of farming at Lyman Orchards, we're offering the same sweet anniversary deals on this versatile favorite.

What is a Red Delicious Apple?

A Red Delicious apple is a classic variety of apple known for its bright red color, conical shape, and glossy skin. It's one of the most recognizable apple types in the U.S. and has been widely grown since the late 1800s.

• Taste & Texture: Sweet, mild flavor with a crisp but sometimes slightly mealy texture when overripe. It's not very tart
• Uses: Best eaten as a snack or in salads; not idea for baking because it tends to lose shape and flavor when cooked.
• Appearance: Deep red skin, often with small yellowish spots; medium to large size; somewhat elongated compared to rounder apples like Gala or Honeycrisp
• History: Originated in Iowa in the 1870s and became very popular because of its bright color and long storage life.

At Lyman Orchards, Red Delicious apples are typically available for Pick Your Own in early October. 

Red Delicious Tip:

Store Red Delicious apples in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator in a perforated plastic bag or loosely wrapped in a damp paper towel. Keeping them cold and slightly humid helps them stay crisp and fresh for several weeks.

Bonus Tip: Keep them away from strong-smelling foods - apples can absorb odors - and try not to store them with bananas or other fruits that release a lot of ethylene gas, which speeds up ripening.

Eco Certified & Grown with Care

All of our apples at Lyman Orchards are eco-certified, meaning they're grown using environmentally responsible farming practices that protect our land while producing high-quality fruit. It's part of our long-standing commitment to sustainability – something we've been proud of for generations.

Celebrate 285 Years with Apple of the Week

In honor of our 285th anniversary, we're celebrating Red Delicious apples with these limited-time offers:

• $2.85 for 2 lbs. of Red Delicious apples ($1.43/lbs.)
• Buy One, Get One FREE on Kids Pack or 10 lb. bags of Red Delicious apples (mix and match–equal or lesser value)

Whether you're stocking up for snacks, baking projects, or family fun, these deals make it easy to bring home more of your favorite apples.

Each week, we're featuring a different apple variety along with special pricing, giving you a chance to explore new favorites or stock up on trusted classics.

Stop by the Apple Barrel Farm Market this week (May 20 - May 26) to enjoy our Red Delicious apple deals and help us celebrate 285 years of growing great fruit.