Unique Features: The Fuji apple is a semi-dwarf variety that was developed in Japan in the 1930’s and first sold in 1962. Since then they have become one of the 5 most popular apples in the U.S. Fuji apples are in the large to very large class of apples, averaging about 3’’ in diameter, with a fairly symmetrical round shape and an overall red color with minimal yellow striping.  The dense flesh of the Fuji apple is creamy white with a crispy texture.  It is also one of the sweetest apples with a Brix level of 15 – 18, equivalent to 9 – 11% sugars by weight.  Fuji apple are an excellent choice for fresh eating and juicing, and can even be frozen. Fuji apples are moderately to highly susceptible to Fire Blight. Apples require two different types blooming at the same time for cross pollination in order to bear fruit, and this includes crabapples. If you live in a suburban neighborhood, then it’s likely you’ll get pollination from neighbors’ trees.