Lost Apple Rediscovered | Spokane News

A student’s DNA project uncovered a lost apple variety—once beloved in the Pacific Northwest for its crisp texture, sweet-tart flavor, and winter-hardiness—now on the verge of resurrection. The rare Walbridge apple, which turns bright red with sun but stays green in shade, may be saved through cloning and breeding to tame its wild growth. Found across multiple states since last fall, this heirloom could soon return to orchards, blending nostalgic taste with modern farming needs. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.spokesman.com/stories/2026/sep/13/its-the-no-1-lost-apple-that-were-looking-at-acros/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/dc5c8981d73b1261 Report issues to [email protected].