Fair Maid of Devon
Synonyms: The Devon synonym of Crimson King
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Information About the Fair Maid of Devon
| Origin: | Devon |
| Growth Characteristics: | Flowering Period: 3 Disease Resistance: Very resistant to scab |
| Fruit: | Size large 55-65mm Shape, conical lopsided stem - short thick, cavity - shallow, wide, eye - basin ribbed deep open, sepals upright open Skin – smooth, sticky dull yellow/green colour, flush always >third pink/orange, diffuse, bright red flecked short stripes, lenticels - grey large conspicuous. russet - stem slight, spreading. Flesh –colour greenish, taste - sharp, tangy, texture - crisp juicy, fine Aroma – slight |
| Picking Season: | Late Oct |
| Storage: | > 2 months |
| Uses: | Cider - produces a high percentage of vintage quality juice Juice – sharp slightly sweet yellow fresh aroma |
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