Francis Peabody Sharp | |
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| Born | September 3, 1823 |
| Died | December 12, 1903 (aged 80) |
| Occupation(s) | pomologist, businessman |
| Known for | pioneered selective breeding of apples |
| Relatives | Tappan Adney, son-in-law |
| Family | 8 children, including Minnie Bell Sharp |
Francis Peabody Sharp (3 September 1823 – 12 December 1903) was a Canadian pomologist and businessman. He pioneered the controlled hybridization of apples to create new varieties suited to short seasons and cold winters. He owned large orchard and plant nursery businesses in the province of New Brunswick from which he shipped to Canada and the United States.