Flavor & Uses: Gloria apples are known for their sweet, juicy, and aromatic flavor, with a well-balanced sugar-to-acid ratio. The flesh is firm, crisp, and fine-textured, making it an excellent fresh-eating apple with a long-lasting crunch. It has a unique floral note, adding to its appeal.
Gloria is best enjoyed fresh, where its crispness and rich aroma are most pronounced. It also works well in salads and light baking, as it holds its shape when cooked. Some cider makers also use Gloria for its balanced sugar and acidity, which contribute to complex cider blends.

Size & Color: Medium to large-sized (7–9 cm diameter). The apples have a bright red blush over a creamy-yellow background, sometimes with light striping.

Growth & Hardiness: Gloria is a vigorous-growing tree with a spreading habit, hardy to Zone 3–5. It produces reliable annual crops, with strong branch structure and good disease resistance.

Harvest Time: Mid to late September. Gloria apples store well for 3–4 months, developing an even richer sweetness after a few weeks in storage.

Disease Resistance: Gloria is highly resistant to apple scab and powdery mildew and moderately resistant to fire blight. It is considered a good choice for low-maintenance or organic orchards.

Breeding & Origin: Developed in Canada, Gloria was bred for cold-hardiness, disease resistance, and excellent eating quality. It was selected from breeding trials to offer long storage potential and superior crispness.

Pollination: Requires a pollination partner. 

Pot: 5 gal