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Origin
The native home of the apple is not definitely known, but the tree originated probably in the area between the Caspian and the Black seas.
Varieties
Bramley, Braeburn, Cox Pippin, Gala/Royal Gala, Egremont Russet, Fuji, Jonagold, Jonagored, Golden Delicious, Granny Smith, Katcha, Worcester, Cripps Pink/Pink Lady, Cripps Red/Sundowner, Red Delicious
Growing Conditions Required
Apples can grow in the temperate zone and in the cool highlands of sub tropical regions
Handling Requirements
Store in cold dry place with temperatures just above 0ºC.
Irish Season
Bramley apples harvesting season is Mid August until the end of September.
Eating Experience
Apples, as eaten in the fresh state, are a healthy refreshing, crunchy snack. They quench your thirst and their acid content makes them a natural mouth freshener.
The Healthy Option
An apple is a bonus for your heart, the pectin and Vitamin C in apples help keep cholesterol levels stable. The acids in apples help neutralize the acid by-products of indigestion, and help your body cope with excess protein and rich fatty foods.
Interesting Fact
One Apple tree can produce 400 apples a year.
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