Sturmer Pippin was discovered in the early 19th century in England, and became an important variety in the Victorian period. It is an excellent keeper - an important quality in the era before refrigeration was widespread.
When picked in late autumn the flavour is sharp and acidic - ideal for those who like their apples to be sour. It mellows and sweetens during storage, to become the perfect winter apple.
The acidic flavor and dense flesh is reminscent of Granny Smith, although it is not thought to be related.
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Delivery period: Pot-grown trees can be delivered from September onwards. Bare-root trees can be delivered from mid-November onwards. Within those periods you can specify your preferred month of delivery during the checkout process. It is best to order as soon as you can to ensure items are reserved for you.
*Mature heights: Height shown is the approximate height of the tree when mature (after 5-10 years), not the height when supplied. See photos of trees as supplied. Actual mature heights may vary considerably dependent on your local conditions and training and pruning regime.
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Sturmer Pippin is partially self-fertile, but fruiting will be improved if there is a compatible tree of a different variety nearby. Since it flowers in the middle of the blossom season it can be pollinated by most other apple trees.
Our online pollination checker lists suitable pollination partners for this variety.
More advice about pollination.
Sturmer Pippin is easy to grow but benefits from a long ripening period, and is therefore best grown in southern areas.
Planting instructions.
Pruning instructions.
Discovered at Sturmer, near Haverhill, Suffolk, England. Early 19th century. Thought to be Ribston Pippin crossed with Nonpareil.
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