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We have an old red delicious tree in the front yard (Silverton). Records show the house was built in 1940, it's been in our family since 1960's at wh...
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Apple Tree ID #849179
Asked September 08, 2023, 4:54 PM EDT
We have an old red delicious tree in the front yard (Silverton). Records show the house was built in 1940, it's been in our family since 1960's at which time the tree was already there. Can you put me in touch with any local fruit-tree ID folks? The ripe fruit is not completely red, still has a green background. Maybe it's possible it harkens back to the original Hawkins variety, so possibly some historic value. The taste is definitely red delicious. Ripe in later October. Thanks.
Marion County Oregon
Expert Response
Dear Mike,
Thank you for contacting Ask Extension about your heirloom apple. The genetics of apples are so complex that in most cases, the only way to know for certain what variety you have is to have some form of documentation such as a plant label, receipt, letter, or journal entry from the gardener who planted the tree.
Since this documentation is not usually available, your only other option would be to try an online database. Perhaps these will help you:
Thank you for contacting Ask Extension about your heirloom apple. The genetics of apples are so complex that in most cases, the only way to know for certain what variety you have is to have some form of documentation such as a plant label, receipt, letter, or journal entry from the gardener who planted the tree.
Since this documentation is not usually available, your only other option would be to try an online database. Perhaps these will help you:
Please write whenever you have a question and we will be happy to try to help.
