Porter

Porter
From
Sherburne
Description
Originated about 1800 with Rev. Samuel Porter, Sherburne, Mass.
Flesh quality
fine, crisp, tender, juicy, subacid, agreeably aromatic, sprightly
Flesh color
yellow
Skin quality
moderately thin, smooth, rather glossy
Skin color
red mottled, yellow, red striped, blushed
Sizes
large, medium, above medium, below medium, small
Shape
ribbed, oblong, truncate, conical, oblique
Keeping quality
It does not stand shipping very well because the skin is rather tender and readily shows marks of handling.
Uses
dessert, table, culinary, local market
Eating season starts in
September
Eating season ends in
November
Also known as
Jennings
Yellow Summer Pearmain
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