The pride of Hubbardston, MA in the late 1700s. For generations, this apple has been highly regarded as a dessert, or fresh use apple, although it’s also very good in crisps and pies, as well as cider. A beautiful clear red skinned apple, this is one of the best early season heirlooms that we grow.
- Harvest early September, mid-season bloom
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Flowering group 4, recommended pollination partners are Black Oxford, Blue Pearmain, Calville Blanc, Cox's Orange Pippin, Honeycrisp, and more
- 2-4 years to bear
- Rootstock M7