Fruit tree comparisons
 Sorbus scalaris |  Norfolk Royal Russet | |
|---|---|---|
| One of the more spreading smaller Rowan species, with orange/red autumn leaf colours, and clusters of small orange fruilets. | Norfolk Royal Russet is a glorious golden-russet apple which tastes as good as it looks. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Rowan Sorbus scalaris | Apple trees Norfolk Royal Russet | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Average |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | |
| Flowering group | 3 | |
| Pollinating others | Average | |
| Fruit bearing | Spur-bearer | |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates Mild damp climates | Temperate climates Mild damp climates |
Using
| Rowan Sorbus scalaris | Apple trees Norfolk Royal Russet | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Mid | |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 2-3 weeks | |
| Cropping | Good | |
| Food uses | Eating fresh |
Problems
| Rowan Sorbus scalaris | Apple trees Norfolk Royal Russet | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Good |
Identification
| Rowan Sorbus scalaris | Apple trees Norfolk Royal Russet | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | China | United Kingdom |
| Period of origin | 1950 - 1999 | |
| Flowering month | May | |
| Blossom colour | White | Pink - light |
| Fruit colour | Orange / Red | Russet |