Bethelridge, KY (Zone 6a) | January 2006 | neutral
"Parentage / Origin: Cornwall, circa 1800.
Harvest / Season: Harvest: mid-late October, Season: November - January
Descrip...Read Moretion: Dull green with some dull brownish red and webbed with thin rough russet. Only in a rare year do a few develop clear dark red. Medium to large in size, round, conical shape, tapering at the nose to a 5-pointed base. It has always been considered a hight quality eating apple, possessing a sweet, rich flavor. Intensely flavored, rich and aromatic. Said to emit a clove fragrance when cut. Should be picked as late as possible.
Tree Characteristics: Tree is moderately vigorous, very spreading and a tip bearer. Mauve buds with a particularly attractive blossom."
"Parentage / Origin: Cornwall, circa 1800.
Harvest / Season: Harvest: mid-late October, Season: November - January
Descrip...Read More