McMahon

McMahon
From
Richland County
Description
This variety originated about 1860 in Richland county, Wis., and is supposed to be a seedling of the Alexander.
Flesh quality
nearly fine, tender, juicy, sprightly subacid, fair to good.
Flesh color
white
Skin color
green-yellow, striped, carmine striped, white, carmine blushed
Sizes
very large, large
Shape
conical, round, ribbed
Keeping quality
Readily shows bruises
General quality
It is less desirable than standard kinds of its season for growing commercially in New York because it is only moderately attractive in general appearance, its color is such that it readily shows bruises and it does not rank high either in flavor or quality.
Eating season starts in
October
Eating season ends in
February
Also known as
McMahan
McMahan White
McMahon
McMahon White
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