Willow

Willow
Description
Willow is a southern or semi-southern variety. It has been cultivated chiefly in the central portion of the Mississippi valley. It is not recommended for general planting in New York state.
Flesh quality
very firm, coarse, crisp, moderately tender, juicy, sprightly, slightly aromatic, fair to good.
Flesh color
yellow, green
Skin quality
smooth
Skin color
green mottled, yellow-green, red striped, red blushed
Sizes
large, medium, above medium
Shape
round, ribbed, oblate, symmetrical, regular, conical
Keeping quality
good, long keeper
General quality
The fruit is not as attractive as that of the Baldwin, neither is it as good in quality.
Eating season starts in
January
Eating season ends in
May
Also known as
James River
Willow Leaf
Willow Twig
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