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Blue Pearmain apple

An heirloom American apple variety, commonly found in New York state. Named for the blue-colored bloom.

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Last updated 23 Oct 2010.

Summary

  • Species: Malus domestica
  • Origin: United States
  • Introduced: 19th century
  • Orange Pippin Cultivar ID: 123600

Identification

  • Bultitude apple group: 6. Red flushed, smooth, sweet

Growing

  • Flowering period: Mid season
  • Flowering group: 3
  • Fertility: Self-sterile
  • Triploid: No

Blue Pearmain identification photos from official fruit collections


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12 Oct 2011 KathyNY, United States
great for sauce and juice and just to eat.
16 Sep 2011 Joseph IngoldsbyMASSACHUSETTS/PLYMOUTH, United States
The waxy skin yields an ivory, medium textured, juicy flesh with a sweet and acid balance and a tartness that lingers. The apple makes a fine cider and keeps well in cold storage.
01 Jan 2010 Orange PippinUnited Kingdom
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