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Crab-apple
French Crab 

 

 

 

 
SummaryA very old apple with many synonyms. Reputed to be a long-keeper.




Identification

French Crab




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Using

French Crab




Flavor




Flavour styleSharper




Ripening periodMid-Late season




Use/Keeping3 months or more




Cooking result




Growing

French Crab




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Cropping




Vigour




PollinationFlowering group 4
Flowers Mid-Late season
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Other

French Crab




Country of originFrance




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