Ardens Favorite. Large fruit, more than 3 inches in diameter, and is "balanced" between sweet and tart. This is the best-known variety produced by the US and for a good reason. It cooks, juices, stores well, and tastes fresh. Experts in Alberta rate it the best apple for this area. Hardy, and continues crop after crop despite some tough years. Moderate vigor with a good growth habit sets a lower but reasonable number of apples each spring (less thinning required). The tree is "slightly leggy," and fruit sets on spurs, not tips. It is usually ripe about the second week of September and was released in 2008 by the University of Saskatchewan.
Zone 2
H18' & W 15' - Standard Columbia Rootstock
H8-10' & W 6' - Dwarf on V3 Rootstock
We do not ship Plants. All orders will be ready for pickup in early May 2026 at DNA Gardens in Elnora, AB.
Online Plant Sales Have Ended — Visit Us at the Farm!
Our online plant sales are now closed for the season.
If you’re still looking for plants, we’d love to see you in person.
You can visit the farm to browse our selection and purchase directly on-site. There are still plenty of healthy plants available, and our team will be happy to help you choose the right ones for your garden.
