Thought to have originated in either New York or Connecticut, USA. Brought to notice in about 1844. A very large apple, although 20 ounces (approx 0.5kg) would be an exceptional example. Remained the premier cooking apple in its region of New York State for over a 100 years. A mild, clean, fresh taste accepted well by children.

Hedrick U.P. (1921). Twenty-ninth Annual Report, Vol. 2, Part II, The Apples of New York, Report of the New York Agricultural Experiment Station for the year 1921. State of New York Department of Agriculture.

Image (accessed 7/4/16)

• Pollination Group: PG3
• Uses: Eating, Cooking
• Harvest: March - April
• Features: Very large

Rootstock used M26