SYME’S SEEDLING

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Mid Season Mild Sharp Apple

 

Origin and distribution

 

Described in National Apple Register: Raised by Symes of Melberry, Dorset 1920.

Many similar apples seen in Dorset but the best positive finding was a whole orchard of this variety in Powerstock.

 

General description

 

Medium large, tall cylindrical or flattened conical apple, flecked and striped scarlet over orange base. Stripes stronger at the base, fading towards the eye. Rather weak dessert taste and melting texture.

 

Season

 

Mid – late October.

 

Typical Juice

 

Mild sharp. SG 1052, acidity 0.15%, tannin 0.21%

 

Cider

 

Only one sample on record, described as ‘very useful, sweet cider with good flavour and aroma.’