Redfleshed Apples: Almata

1942 South Dakota, USA .(Beautiful Arcade x Fluke 38) x Redflesh cross. Medium size; solid red skin covered with a greying bloom. Conspicuous lenticels (freckles) in sunnier years, as in last picture. Striking watermelon red flesh, tart flavor. Makes excellent apple sauce and can be used for pickling.

Ripens in late July to August.

Pink cortex wood, red-green leaves. Sweet, pleasant favour, reminiscent of strawberry and raspberry; hint of pomegranate. Mine are not particularly tart in flavour; the tree is extremely healthy and not readily attacked by pests. Vigorous, healthy grower.

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