Rhode Island Greening apple

Malus domestica

One of the oldest American varieties, known since the 1650s, and widely planted in the USA. Its main use is in cooking.

Last updated 10 Jun 2010 by Orange Pippin.

Summary

  • Origin: Rhode Island, United States
  • Introduced: 17th century
  • Orange Pippin Cultivar ID: 120100
  • We are grateful to Brogdale Farm - home of the UK National Fruit Collection - for providing samples of this variety.

Identification

  • Bultitude apple group: 1. Green, smooth, no russet, acidic, culinary

Identification photos


Triploid (left) and Tetraploid (right) forms

Triploid (left) and Tetraploid (right) forms

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11 Feb 2010 JimIL, United States
Often large and firm fleshed. Not as juicy as some varieties, but keeps its shape well when cooked, and esteemed as a cooking apple. The old, untended tree we inherited from Great Grandpa often developed surface like honeydew. The Rhode Island Greenings grown by a friend show none of this.

20 Oct 2008 AdamARLINGTON, MASSACHUSETTS, United States
These may be favored for pies but they are also pleasant, if not remarkable, eating as well. Generally more tart than otherwise but mild, with hints of cider, grapes, and lemonade. I can't say exactly how long mine had been off the tree--at least a week--but it was still firm, if tender, and refreshing to eat.

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