This is from the Salt Spring orchard website -

The story of Elektra:

Since the middle of the 19th century, European apple breeders have had one preoccupation beyond any other: to take the amazing flavour of CoxâÂÂs Orange Pippin and emulate it in an apple tree thatâÂÂs easier to grow, has a longer season, is more productive or has other advantages over the legendary Cox Pippin.

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ItâÂÂs been a remarkable ��" and fairly successful ��" effort that has resulted in some nice additions, even if none can quite match the flavour of its original inspiration.

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Elektra is one of the best of these varieties, providing a commendably delectable apple that reaches its peak in eating quality about a month and a half after harvest.

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Elektra Facts

Its origins:

Bred in Muncheborg-Mark, Germany, 1930s.

Flavour, aroma, texture:

The deep, cream-coloured flesh is rich, aromatic and complexly-flavoured.

Appearance:

This pretty apple is extensively flushed and striped with orange-red.

When theyâÂÂre available:

Mid-season (usually in early October).

Quality for fresh eating:

Very good.

Quality for cooking:

Mainly used for fresh eating.

Keeping ability:

Good (about 3 months when kept refrigerated).

If you have an extra couple inches you could spare I'd love to trade you for it - it's a new one to me too. - Rick Godsil, Wagon Wheel Orchard