Description
Also called fameuse apple
Pleasantly fragrant! Tree bears crops of round, medium-sized fruit with ruby-red over green skin and a snow white flesh. Exceptional flavor for fresh eating, juice, and cider. Keeps well in proper storage. Blooms late to avoid frost. Antique variety, originates from Quebec, Canada, circa 18th century. Believed to be a parent of McIntosh. Cold-hardy. Ripens in early September. Pollinator required: Choose another apple variety. See Recommended Pollinators below.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | White |
| Bloom Time | Mid |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
| Pollination | Pollinator Required |
| Ripens/Harvest | September |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Spicy |
| Texture | Tender, Fine |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety requires another one for adequate pollination.
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