There are early-maturing Zhaotong apples from the end of July to mid-August, and the formal maturity time is after mid-August, and September-10 is the best period. The best food is from the middle of September to the end of 10, but sometimes the years with early solar terms will be earlier, which is related to the weather.

Zhaotong Sugar Heart Apple originated in Zhaotong, Yunnan, and gradually matured in September. Zhaotong sugar apple has high fructose content, sweet taste, less sour taste, crisp meat and bright color. After cutting, it will be covered with a honey-shaped fruit core, that is, a sugar core, which will feel sticky in your hand.