Known in Europe as Api, these small aromatic apples were said to be carried around in the pockets of women as a perfume or deodorant to mask unpleasant smells. Also called Christmas Apple since the festive bright red and green glossy fruits can withstand a freeze and were commonly used to decorate wreaths and trees. White flesh is crisp and juicy, sweet-tart with hints of citrus. Good eaten fresh but prized as a culinary apple that works well in holiday foods like stuffings and chutneys, or served with ham and poultry. Stores well.
Blooms midseason. Z4. Maine Grown. (Standard: 3-6' bare-root trees)
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