- NORTHERN SPY: This is an extremely popular apple for fresh eating, cooking and juicing. The northern spy is also larger than most apples and produces an extremely red skin. Overall, this variety boasts a strong flavor and color, making it a favorite among many.
- Harvest: Early October
- Parentage: Unknown
- Origin: Originally from Salisbury Connecticut around 1800. The first Northern Spy was grown by Herman Chapin of East Bloomfield. This apple became an early commercial success across New England and Canada. A Northern Spy tree can take up to 12 years to bear fruit.