Malus domestica ‘Egremont Russet’ – Egremont Russet Apple 10l

A classic Victorian-era dessert apple, Egremont Russet is the most popular and widely grown russet-type apple in the UK and Ireland. Known for its dry, nutty flavour, this variety is perfect for eating fresh and is highly valued for its disease resistance and reliability in colder, wetter climates.

🍏 Fruit:

• Size & Colour: Small, golden-yellow apples, heavily russeted

• Flesh: Greenish-white, firm

• Flavour: Classic russet flavour – dry, nutty, with a balanced sweetness and acidity

• Harvest: Pick in early October

• Storage: Keeps until December

🌿 Tree Habit:

• Size: Naturally small, with a bushy habit

• Cropping: Reliable and regular cropper

• Fruit type: Spur-bearer

• Award: Holds the RHS Award of Garden Merit

📍 Growing Conditions:

• Site: Prefers sheltered locations

• Soil: Any well-drained soil

• Position: Best in full sun

• Hardiness: Hardy and well-suited to colder, wetter areas

• Disease Resistance: Very resistant to scab

🌸 Pollination:

• Partially self-fertile (Pollination Group 2)

• Crops better with a compatible pollination partner from Group 1, 2, or 3

✅ Uses:

• Best for eating fresh

• Distinctive flavour appreciated by traditional apple lovers

🪴 Availability:

• Supplied as: Potted tree in 10L container