Flavor & Uses: Freedom apples have a sweet, mild flavor with low acidity, making them ideal for those who prefer a less tart apple. The flesh is tender, juicy, and crisp, with a rich apple aroma and a light spiciness when fully ripe.
Freedom apples are excellent for fresh eating, where their juicy, mild sweetness is most appreciated. They are also used in applesauce and baking, though they soften slightly when cooked. Due to their balanced sugar content, they are a good addition to cider blends.

Size & Color: Large-sized (8–9 cm diameter). The apples have a bright red color over a yellow base, sometimes with faint striping.

Growth & Hardiness: A vigorous tree with a spreading habit, Freedom thrives in Zone 4–7. It is a heavy and consistent producer, requiring some fruit thinning to avoid overproduction.

Harvest Time: Mid to late September. The apples store well for 2–3 months under refrigeration.

Disease Resistance: Freedom was bred specifically for disease resistance and is highly resistant to apple scab, cedar apple rust, powdery mildew, and fire blight. It is one of the easiest apples to grow with minimal spraying.

Breeding & Origin: Developed in Geneva, New York, in the 1950s, Freedom was bred from a combination of disease-resistant selections, including Macoun, Rome Beauty, and Antonovka. It was released as part of the same breeding program that produced Liberty.

Pollination: Requires a pollination partner. 

Pot: 5 gal