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Apple trees
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A traditional very early-season dual-purpose apple, which is also very winter-hardy.
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Growing


Apple trees
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Gardening skillBeginner
Self-fertilityPartially self-fertile
Pollination group2
Pollinating othersPoor
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Using


Apple trees
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Picking seasonVery early
UsesEating fresh
Culinary
Traditional cooker
Dual purpose
Keeping (of fruit)1 week
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Disease resistance


Apple trees
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General resistanceAverage
FireblightVery susceptible
CankerSome susceptibility
ScabSome resistance
Cedar apple rustSome resistance
MildewSome susceptibility
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Climate


Apple trees
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Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 3 (-40C)
Summer maximum temperaturesCold (< 20C / 67F)
Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
Warm (25-30C / 76-85F)
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Identification


Apple trees
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Country of originRussia
Period of origin1800 - 1849
Fruit colorGreen
Green - light
Green / Yellow
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