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Russet apple trees

A collection of russet apple varieties. These apples share some common characteristics - notably the attractive russet colouring, a sweeter flavour, and flesh which is firm rather than crunchy.

Apple trees

Ashmead's Kernel apple tree

A versatile English russet apple from the 17th century, Ashmead's Kernel is noted for its distinctive pear-like flavour.
Apple trees

Egremont Russet apple tree

Egremont Russet is the most popular English russet variety, and a good apple tree for the garden.
Apple trees

Herefordshire Russet apple tree

Herefordshire Russet is a modern russet apple variety, with an excellent strong Cox-like flavour.
Apple trees

Norfolk Royal Russet apple tree

A russeted form of Norfolk Royal, very attractive, and a good flavour.



More about Russet apple trees

Although not usually grown commercially, russet apples with their sandpaper-like skin are popular amongst gardeners and home orchardists. There are several different varieties, and whilst they are not necessarily related to each other, they tend to share some common characteristics - notably the attractive russet colouring, a sweeter flavour, and flesh which is firm rather than crunchy.

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