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Apples
Egremont Russet Apple
✓ VerifiedEngland (1872)
Egremont Russet was developed on the estate of the Earl of Egremont at Petworth House in Sussex, England, in the late 19th century. Its rough, brown-russeted skin was reportedly dismissed by some as unattractive when the variety was new, but the Earl himself is credited with championing the apple specifically for its nutty, sweet flavor and crisp texture, and his patronage helped it become a genuinely popular eating variety despite its unpolished appearance — a real, documented case of an apple succeeding on flavor over looks.
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Growing & Care
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
~800 hours
Pollination
Needs a pollinator.
Care info
Only moderately vigorous with lighter yields than modern commercial varieties; standard care otherwise.
Recommendations
An excellent choice for cheese boards and anyone wanting a distinctly old-fashioned, nutty-flavored dessert apple rather than a sweet, juicy modern one.
Flavor Profile
Rich and nutty with firm, relatively dry flesh, reminiscent of hazelnuts or a mild cheese
Quick facts
Skin color
Golden-brown, rough and matte (russeted)
Size
Small to medium
Hardiness zone
USDA Zones 5-8
Chill hours
800