Winter Banana
Malus domestica
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Description
‘Winter Banana’ is a culinary apple of Malus domestica selected for its named fruit qualities and orchard performance. Winter Banana is a Malus domestica cultivar. It produces bright yellow fruit that develop a pale rose-pink blush as they ripen, and the flesh is crisp, tangy and juicy. Can be used for cooking, juicing or eating. External cultivar references describe ‘Winter Banana’ as follows: Named for the alleged banana-like flavour.
Characteristics
Fruit Size
Large
Skin Colour
Bright yellow with pale rose-pink blush
Flesh Texture
Crisp
Harvest Timing (NZ)
Late
Storage Life
Excellent
Pollination Group / Partners
Flowering group 4
Notes
Culinary/cooking use noted. Dessert/fresh eating use noted. Unknown. Originated in Indiana, United States; introduced 1870s. Winter Banana is a highly attractive heritage variety.
Fruit Use
Multi-purpose
Flavour Profile
Juicy, Crisp, Tangy
Country Availability
Known to be available in 1 country