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Nonpariel. 



Norfolk Beefing. 



Norfolk Beefing (Norfolk Beaufin, Catshead Beefing, Read's Baker). 



A very old and well-known English variety, with large round fruit, 

 slightly flattened. Skin dull-green, with a deep brownish-red cheek. 

 Flesh greenish-white, firm, crisp, juicy, with a brisk acid flavour, Ripens 

 late, will keep for a very long time, is a first-rate cooking Apple, and one 

 of the best for drying. Tree robust and prolific. 



