Ridge

Ridge
Description
According to Warder this variety originated in the vicinity of Philadelphia but Downing regarded this as uncertain. Although it has long been known in cultivation it has gained but little recognition in New York state either for home or for commercial orchards.
Flesh quality
very firm, somewhat coarse, crisp, moderately tender, juicy, slightly aromatic, mild subacid, good.
Flesh color
yellow tinged
Skin quality
smooth, glossy
Skin color
pink-red blushed, yellow
Sizes
large, above medium
Shape
round, irregular, ribbed, oblong, oblique, conical
Keeping quality
late keeper
General quality
good
Uses
dessert, culinary, local market
Eating season starts in
February
Eating season ends in
May
Also known as
Ridge Pippin
Ridged Pippin
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