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THE APPLE. 



der, with an agreeable mingling of sweetness and acidity in its flavor. 

 Very good to best. October to January. 



Hubbardston Nonsuch. 



HUBBARDTON PlPPIN. 



Origin uncertain. Tree thrifty, spreading, irregular, strong grower, 

 and productive. Young shoots clear reddish brown. 



Fruit large or very large, variable in form, globular, inclining to 

 conic, slightly oblique, yellow, shaded and striped with red. Stalk 

 short, inserted in a moderate cavity. Calyx closed. Basin small, cor- 

 rugated. Flesh tender, yellowish, crisp, juicy, pleasant subacid, 

 slightly aromatic. Core large and open. Very good. November to 

 March. 



Hughes. 



Origin, Berks Co., Pa. Tree upright, spreading, vigorous, said to be 

 an abundant bearer. 



Fruit large, roundish, greenish yellow, with a blush, and numerous 

 gray dots. Flesh fine, tender, juicy, agreeable, saccharine without being 

 sweet. Good. March, April. 



Hughes' Golden Pippin. 



An English Apple, described by Ronalds as an excellent table sort. 

 Tree hardy, with long slender shoots, productive. 



Fruit below medium, roundish oblate, yellow, with some russet 

 patches and dots. Flesh yellowish white, firm, rich, brisk, spicy aro- 

 matic. December, January. 



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