Apple | Red McIntosh

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We have been growing this Canadian variety since I first planted our espalier orchard. They crop reliably year after year, requiring thinning of the fruit because they are so produ ctive. Our children refer to them as the polishing apples because the ruby red skin polishes up to a rosy shine. The flesh is pure white. The McIntosh apple has a soft thin peel and the fruit itself, though crisp is not hard. When picked directly from the tree in early September the flavour is as good as any of the apples we grow. Sweet and tart combine together along with a background note of red wine, resulting in a pleasant, complex flavour profile. Home grown and freshly picked McIntosh apples are mouthwatering and so much better then store-bought. We suggest that they be eaten shortly after harvest because the taste and texture deteriorates in storage. We have found this to be one of the easiest trees to train as espalier, they respond well to pruning and form fruit spurs easily. A great tree for children and first time backyard fruit growers. Show more