Monarch apple

Malus domestica

Cooks to juicy puree, not as sharp as Bramley

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Parentage: Peasgood Nonsuch x Dumelows Seedling
Origin: England
Introduced: 1888
Season: Nov-Jan
Apple cultivar ID: 111200




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26 Jul 2008 18:42   Gillian Potter from Urmston, Manchester, UK
I have one of these in my back garden. The house was built in 1936 and I understand they were heavily promoted during WWII as they didn't need much sugar. Excellent baker, beautiful in crumbles - everyone I give some to asks for more with comments like "just how I remember apples to taste". Very heavy cropper (when neighbours aren't cutting branches!!). Climbing the tree to get them is a tradition for me. Would recommend if you can get hold of one.Reply to this comment
19 Feb 2008 17:27   Graham Duncan from Galleywood Essex, UK
Inherited a Monarch 34 years ago great flavour, crops and stores well into the Spring.Find the best fruit from the top of the tree which ripens well are excellent eaters. A good all rounder!!Reply to this comment
02 Jan 2008 17:22   Mrs. Piper from Dorset
Having sold my late father's house recently I am so going to miss the autumn harvest of Monarch apples from his tree. Great for cooking, store well right through to Spring, also good as eaters once well ripened. Generous cropper most years. A smashing variety and our favourite.Reply to this comment

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