Worcester Woodsil

Dessert apple

Malus domestica Borkh.

Originated in the UK. Thought to have been raised in the late 19th century. Received at Brogdale in 1992. Fruits are crisp and juicy with a good flavour.

Availability
Material available from the National Fruit Collection.

Accession No.
1992 - 015   fingerprint   check_circle

Accession name
Worcester Woodsil

Flowering time
7th May 10% flowering
9th May Full (80%) flowering
16th May 90% petal fall

Picking time
Late September 1

Size
medium 1

Type
Dessert 1

References:
1. NFC fruit (undated) Unpublished characterisation by staff at NFC, Brogdale.
2. Smith, M. (1971) National Apple Register