Newtown Pippin apple

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Dessert, pie, cooking, cider, Ark of Taste, Chez Panisse

Purchase from Michael's Apples on M26 stock (30% to 40% of standard size)

From Michael's Apples - "Newtown, Long Island, New York early 1700’s Ben Franklin had some sent to him in England in 1759, the British loved it and the subsequent demand launched the US fruit export business. A great all around apple including cider. Ripens in October, but is and excellent keeper that develops full sugar and rich flavor when stored until March."

From Trees of Antiquity - "Favorite apple of George Washington. Shape oblate; skin green to yellow, often russeted, sprightly aromatic flavor with refreshing piney tartness. Does well in California and is heat resistant. A great keeper."

Cultivar: Newton Pippin
Family: Rosaceae
Size: Height: 10 ft. to 30 ft.
Width: 10 ft. to 15 ft.
Plant Category: fruits, trees,
Plant Characteristics: high maintenance,
Foliage Characteristics: medium leaves, deciduous,
Foliage Color: green,
Flower Characteristics: fragrant, long lasting,
Flower Color: whites,
Tolerances:

Requirements
Bloomtime Range: Mid Spring to Early Summer
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 to 9
AHS Heat Zone: Not defined for this plant
Light Range: Full Sun to Full Sun
pH Range: 6.5 to 7
Soil Range: Sandy Loam to Clay Loam
Water Range: Normal to Normal

Calville Blanc d'Hiver apple

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PLANT IN WARM SHELTERED LOCATION BECAUSE IT BLOOMS IN EARLY SPRING; SUSCEPTIBLE TO INEVITABLE LATE FROST. NEED POLLINATOR THAT BLOOMS EARLY.

Cider, pie, dessert, cooking.
On B9 stock - 6-9 feet (25% to 30% of standard size)
From Michael's Apples - "France; introduced in 1598. Grown for Louis XIII; a favorite of Thomas Jefferson and still served for desert in fine Paris restaurants. Pale green fruit; tender, sweet, spicy, and favorable. More vitamin C than an orange. Excellent keeper that turns yellow and more flavorful with storage. Ripens Oct to Dec. Zone 5."

From Trees of Antiquity - Large, with characteristic ribbed Calvile shape. Sking pale red with a tinge of yellow. Sweet, slight strawberry or vinous flavor; tender, juicy flesh. Good fresh and for baked apples, keeps its form with a smooth creamy texture. Not for cold foggy, climates.


Cultivar: Calville Rouge
Family: Rosaceae

Size: Height: 0 ft. to 30 ft.Width: 0 ft. to 15 ft.
Plant Category: fruits, trees,
Plant Characteristics: high maintenance, round,
Foliage Characteristics: medium leaves, deciduous,
Foliage Color: green,
Flower Characteristics: fragrant, single,
Flower Color: whites,
Tolerances:

Requirements
Bloomtime Range: Early Spring to Late Spring
USDA Hardiness Zone: 3 to 9
AHS Heat Zone: Not defined for this plant
Light Range: Full Sun to Full Sun
pH Range: 6.5 to 7
Soil Range: Any
Water Range: Normal to Normal