Fruit tree comparisons
 Ribston Pippin |  Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| A handsome English apple from the 18th century. | Zabergau Reinette is a well-regarded russet apple from Germany with a strong well-balanced flavor. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Apple trees Ribston Pippin | Apple trees Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Average | Average |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | Not self-fertile |
| Pollination group | 3 | 3 |
| Pollinating others | Poor | Poor |
Using
| Apple trees Ribston Pippin | Apple trees Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Late | Late |
| Uses | Eating fresh Culinary | Eating fresh Juice |
| Keeping (of fruit) | 1-2 months | 3 months or more |
Disease resistance
| Apple trees Ribston Pippin | Apple trees Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| General resistance | Average | Average |
Climate
| Apple trees Ribston Pippin | Apple trees Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold hardiness (USDA) | Zone 4 (-34C) | Zone 4 (-34C) |
| Summer maximum temperatures | Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Warm (25-30C / 76-85F) | Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Warm (25-30C / 76-85F) |
Identification
| Apple trees Ribston Pippin | Apple trees Zabergau Reinette | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | United Kingdom | Germany |
| Period of origin | 1700 - 1749 | 1850 - 1899 |
| Fruit color | Orange flush | Russet |