Crimson Newton

Apple

Malus domestica Borkh.

A more highly coloured sport of Newton Wonder being almost entirely flushed dull dark crimson. Originated in 1921 with C.H. Dicker, Holwell Bury Fruit Farm, Hertfordshire. Fruits cook very well.

Synonyms:
Crimson Newton Wonder, Red Newton

Availability
Material available from the National Fruit Collection.
Material held in the East of England Apples & Orchards Project

Parentage:
Sport of Newton Wonder

Accession No.
1957 - 177   fingerprint   check_circle

Accession name
Crimson Newton

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a. NFC fruit (undated) Unpublished characterisation by staff at NFC, Brogdale.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