Beautiful fruit that is large, orange blushed, a little striped, and a little russeted. Sweet with a tartness. Fair keeper. "One of the best all-round apples grown."
Common Uses
Dual purpose.
Origin
From near Blenheim Castle, Oxford, England, c1740
Pollination
Triploid, which means it will not act as a pollen donor for other varieties. Should be pollinated by any diploid that flowers at the same time, e.g. Akane, Cox, Gala, Fuji, Granny Smith, Jonathan, Lady Williams, Pink Lady.
Chill Hours
Blossom Time
Mid-season.
Harvest Time
Mid-season to late harvest.
Production Notes
Mainly spur bearing and partial tip-bearing on young laterals. Tree is vigorous and spreading. Young trees are shy croppers but improve with age.
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