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Flattened or Oblate. 



Oblong. 



Ribbed. 



VARIETIES. 



The following list includes most of the principal European, American, 

 and colonial varieties. Sectional illustrations show the normal forms of 

 many prominent varieties, but cultivators must bear in mind that some 

 kinds will often differ considerably. In fact, it is not an uncommon 

 thing for two or three distinct forms to be found upon the one 

 tree. 



Adams' Pearmain (Matchless, Norfolk Pippin). A first-class and 

 popular variety, supposed to be of English origin. Fruit medium- 

 size, oblong-conical, and very distinct in shape. Skin greenish-yellow, 

 thickly tinged and striped with red. Flesh yellowish, crisp, juicy, with 

 a brisk rich flavour. Ripens late, will keep for several months ; is a 

 first-class dessert Apple, and well suited for an export trade. Tree strong, 

 and an excellent bearer. 



Ailes. An excellent American variety, with large oblate or flat fruit. 

 Skin yellowish-green, thickly striped and flushed with red. Flesh 

 yellowish, crisp, juicy, with a rich brisk flavour, ripens late, and will 

 keep a very long while ; an excellent Apple for cooking and for dessert 

 when kept for a few months. Suitable for export. Tree vigorous and 

 productive. 



