 Fall. Unknown parentage. Solon, ME
(Somerset County). The only three known trees of Canadian Strawberry were planted
about 100 years ago by Nathaniel and Dora Davis in Solon, Maine. All three trees are
still living and producing. Most of those who could tell us of it's origin are dead,
including the Davis' and their two sons, Elmer and Asher who lived on the farm after
them. One neighbor who has been picking Canadian Strawberries there for over 50 years
suggested there is a possibility that the variety came from New York where he thought
it was called, New York Strawberry. (There is also some chance it may be a New York
apple called Washington Strawberry.) The fruit is medium to large sized and round to
conic in shape. The apples have a tendency to have a convex stem end. The color is a
rich buttery yellow with some green beneath, over spread about 50% with a veil of
stripes and spots of vibrant red orange. The overall effect is red and yellow. The
flesh is juicy and slightly tart with a distinct flavor. The apples ripen in early
fall and they keep for about a month. This is a magnificently beautiful superb tasting
apple. |
