Baldwin Apple Scion

Description

BALDWIN was the preeminent commercial dessert apple of the country, until a harsh winter in 1933-34 killed most of the trees. McIntosh has taken its place in the market. Originated as a seedling in northeastern Massachusetts. The apple is smaller than McIntosh, medium sized but dense and heavy, with yellow to flushed/striped brick red and bronze. This heirloom is crisp, juicy, spicy, with sweet to sub-acid flavor, aromatic, and firm. It is very hard and thick skinned, making it good for shipping. Good base for cider, and great for pies. It contains 13.64% sugar which ferments to 6% alcohol. It is both disease and insect resistant. Susceptible to apple scab and Baldwin spot .

Zone: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Uses: Cider, Cooking / Sauces, Desserts / Pies, Fresh Eating

AKA: Woodpecker, Pecker and Butters