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Cultivar Apple

Discovery

Malus domestica

2 countries

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Description

‘Discovery’ is a apple cultivar of Malus domestica selected for its named fruit qualities and orchard performance. The flesh is crisp and juicy with a sharp taste. When left to ripen on the tree the fruit becomes sweeter with a taste that is reminiscent of strawberries. Available in New Zealand. External cultivar references describe ‘Discovery’ as follows: A popular English early apple variety, and a good choice for the garden.

Characteristics

Fruit Size

Medium

Skin Colour

Red flush over yellow-green

Flesh Texture

Crisp

Harvest Timing (NZ)

Very Early

Storage Life

Poor

Pollination Group / Partners

Flowering group 3

Notes

Seedling of Worcester Pearmain. Originated in United Kingdom. Award: RHS AGM (current). Disease resistance: Good. Discovery is a heritage variety of dessert apple, originating in Essex in the 1940s.

Fruit Use

Dessert

Flavour Profile

Juicy, Crisp

Country Availability

Known to be available in 2 countries

NEW ZEALAND New Zealand