Egremont Russet
Eater. Recorded 1872 by Scotts of Merriott. Possibly raised in early nineteenth century at Lord Egremont’s garden at Petworth. Planted commercially on a small scale in 20th century.
Hard, yellow flesh and rough russet skin. Late autumn apple, associated with approach of Christmas. Appears to be pretty hardy here.
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