Origin:
Discovered as a chance seedling in a
population of ornamental crabapples. Monitored for cold
hardiness in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba for close to 10 years. Introduced by Jeffries Nurseries
Ltd. in 2008.
Hardiness:
Zone 3 (Canadian and USDA)
Description:
Produces medium-large sized fruit in late August that store well
into the New Year. The fruit is crisp and of excellent sweetness.
Many have described the flavour as comparable to the 'Royal Gala' Apple
that has become a consumer choice across North America.
Landscape Value:
N/A
Propagation:
Propagated
exclusively in Canada by Jeffries Nurseries Ltd.