Yellow Forest

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From
Collinsburg
Description
This variety was introduced by L. T. Sanders, Collingsburg, La., from whom it was received in 1888 for testing at the Geneva Station.
Flesh quality
fine, sprightly, rather crisp, moderately tender, juicy, aromatic, agreeable mild subacid, good.
Flesh color
white, yellow tinged, green tinged
Skin quality
thin, tough, smooth
Skin color
green, yellow, brown blushed
Sizes
small, medium, below medium
Shape
round, oblate, uniform, symmetrical, conical
Keeping quality
A considerable portion of the fruit may be held in good condition in cellar storage till summer. For dessert use during June it has been one of the best in quality among a large collection of late-keeping varieties grown at this Station.
General quality
It is too deficient in size and color for a good market apple but may have some value for the home orchard because late in the season it is of fairly good quality
Uses
dessert, kitchen, table
Eating season starts in
January
Eating season ends in
June
Also known as
Wild Apple
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