Orchard Keeper

Leafington

The Orchard’s Morning Song. Quiet, light, and unforgettable. The apple you’ll always return to.

A Gentle Melody in a World of Flavors

Gala

Sunset-colored

with a crisp,

honeyed sweetness

Story of the Variety

Curious Facts

Taste & Character

How to Enjoy

Perfect Pairings

Where to Buy

Gala doesn’t need a flashy name to become a global favorite. Its reputation is built on pure versatility and a perfectly balanced flavor.

Gala

A variety that

like a warm smile

charms you

Story of the Variety

In Lebedyan, the Gala variety has found its true second home. Here, under the generous sun and in the gentle climate, it thrives like never before.

Unfussy and bountiful, it gifts us with a harvest of neat, beautiful apples, looking as if they were painted by an artist’s brush. They are the fruit of nature’s harmony and our dedicated care.

in Lebedyan

A Second Home

Balance

Gala is an apple that doesn’t strive to be extravagant. Its strength lies in the perfect balance between sweetness, a tender texture, and a delicate fruity aroma.

It is a flavor understood and loved by millions because it is so easy to enjoy. Like a warm blanket on a cool evening, it feels simple, familiar, and cozy.

The Ideal

Kidd’s Orange Red

Golden Delicious

Gala owes its existence to the meticulous work of breeders in mid-20th century New Zealand, who crossed two brilliant varieties: Golden Delicious and Kidd’s Orange Red.

The result of this union was an apple that won over the world with its effortless harmony and its ability to feel like a favorite for everyone.

Crafted

for Flavor

Turned Friend

Hailing from sunny New Zealand, this variety carries the name «Gala» — as vibrant and celebratory as its flavor.

A Traveler

In several countries, Gala has already become the number one variety for commercial cultivation.

The Grower’s Choice

Gala apples are available on store shelves almost year-round.

Always Within Reach

The original Gala has inspired many new varieties, including Royal Gala, known for its even deeper, more intense red color.

A Foundation for New Varieties

Gala apples maintain their peak quality for up to 80 days.

Zero-Loss Storage

Orchard Keeper

Leafington

Gala is the 'smile' of the apple world. It charms you and puts your mind at ease. Simple, warm, and feels just like home

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Curious Facts

Crunchiness

Tartness

Juiciness

Sweetness

and Unmatched

Crunch

A Harmony of Flavor

Taste & Character

Wonderfully sweet with barely a hint of tartness. It’s a beautifully balanced flavor, perfect for every day. Think of it as a sweet melody—rich, but never cloying.

Taste

Subtle fruit and pear notes

With hints of honey, it evokes a summer afternoon, carefree and warm.

Aroma

Delicate and floral

Their base color is a delicate red canvas, with an orange blush spreading in soft, hazy stripes.

At a Glance

Medium-sized, as if bathed in the setting sun.

An ideal balance that brings a pleasant sensation with every bite.

Texture

Crisp, yet neither hard nor mealy

It is juicy—releasing its moisture with every bite—and velvety-soft. It melts on the tongue while maintaining its perfect structure.

Flesh

Yellow or creamy

Wonderfully sweet with barely a hint of tartness. It’s a beautifully balanced flavor, perfect for every day. Think of it as a sweet melody—rich, but never cloying.

Taste

Subtle fruit and pear notes

With hints of honey, it evokes a summer afternoon, carefree and warm.

Aroma

Delicate and floral

Their base color is a delicate red canvas, with an orange blush spreading in soft, hazy stripes.

At a Glance

Medium-sized, as if bathed in the setting sun.

An ideal balance that brings a pleasant sensation with every bite.

Texture

Crisp, yet neither hard nor mealy

It is juicy—releasing its moisture with every bite—and velvety-soft. It melts on the tongue while maintaining its perfect structure.

Flesh

Yellow or creamy

Its mild nature and low tartness make it the perfect choice for the littlest ones

Baby Food

These apples bloom with the aroma of a summer orchard. They hold their shape beautifully in the oven, never turning to mush, while their natural sweetness balances perfectly with the pastry

Baking

It serves as a perfect natural base, infusing every dish with its signature sweetness and delicate fruity notes

Jams & Compotes

With its pleasant crunch and gentle flavor, it’s a favorite for both kids and adults alike

Snaking

it best

How

to enjoy

It’s a Match