Hog Island Sweet

Apple

Malus domestica Borkh.

Recorded 1857. From New York, originated on Hog Island near Long Island, U.S.A.. In existence 1905.

Synonyms:
Canada, Canada Sweet, English Sweet, HogIsland Sweet, Sweet Pippin, Van Kleek's Sweet

Availability
Not currently held in the National Fruit Collection.

Fruit Size
medium to large ^a

Fruit Shape
conic to rectangular, convex ^a

Ribbing
sometimes slightly ribbed on body ^a

Ground Colour
pale yellow ^a

Over Colour
flushed and mottled red, striped carmine ^a

Russet Type
flecks and patches of russet ^a

Flesh Colour
tinged yellow ^a

Skin Texture
rough ^a

Flesh Texture
moderately coarse, crisp, tender ^a

Flavour
very sweet, somewhat aromatic ^a

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References:
a. Smith, M. (1971) National Apple Register