Breakwell's Seedling
| Origin | From Perthyre, Monmouth, Wales. Propagated by George Breakwell. | |
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| Tree form | Medium, semi-spreading tree with dark luxuriant foliage which is scab-resistant. | |
| Pollination requirements | Mid-season bloom; a good pollinator with Dabinett, Michelin, Brown Snout and Stoke Red. | |
| Fruit shape | Medium or small fruit, flat conical, often irregular. | |
| Colour and flesh |
Skin with corona present around the eye, smooth waxy, yellow or yellowish-green base colour with dark red stripes or flecked blush over two-thirds of the surface. Flesh white, occasionally reddish, soft, easily bruised, slightly astringent. | |
| Harvest period | Early, should be harvested promptly, good yield. Quickly breaks down and rots. | |
| Uses | Bittersharp; produces a thin, light, average cider. | |
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This information forms part of Primefact 796 Growing cider apples.
