| 'Melba apple' | |
| Genus: | Malus |
| Species: | M. domestica |
| Hybrid: | McIntosh x Liveland Raspberry apple |
| Cultivar: | 'Melba' |
| Origin: | ,  Canada |
Melba is a Canadian cultivar of domesticated apple, which was developed by W. T. Macoun at the Central Experimental Farm, in Ottawa, Ontario[1] by crossing a McIntosh with a Liveland Raspberry apple. It has a yellow skin washed with crimson colour. Flesh is extremely white, firm and crisp. Flavor is sweet with hints of tart.[2] There is also a Red Melba (a.k.a Melred) mutation which is more red coloured, flesh firmer, and is ripening a few days later in season.[3]
This tree is very productive and can bear fruit at a young age, but has a biennial tendency and early harvest. Need high skill gardening but highly rewarded.[4] It is mainly used for fresh eating.[5] [6] [7]