Malus domestica Egremont Russet Egremont Russet Apple 10l
A classic Victorian-era dessert apple, Egremont Russet is the most popular and widely grown russet-type apple in the UK and Ireland. Known for its dry, nutty flavour, this variety is perfect for eating fresh and is highly valued for its disease resistance and reliability in colder, wetter climates.
Fruit:
Size & Colour: Small, golden-yellow apples, heavily russeted
Flesh: Greenish-white, firm
Flavour: Classic russet flavour dry, nutty, with a balanced sweetness and acidity
Harvest: Pick in early October
Storage: Keeps until December
Tree Habit:
Size: Naturally small, with a bushy habit
Cropping: Reliable and regular cropper
Fruit type: Spur-bearer
Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit
Growing Conditions:
Site: Prefers sheltered locations
Soil: Any well-drained soil
Position: Best in full sun
Hardiness: Hardy and well-suited to colder, wetter areas
Disease Resistance: Very resistant to scab
Pollination:
Partially self-fertile (Pollination Group 2)
Crops better with a compatible pollination partner from Group 1, 2, or 3
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