PLATE LXV. 
3. LORD BURGHLEY. 
This apple was raised as a seedling in the gardens of the Marquis of Exeter, at Burghley 
Park, near Stamford. It first bore fruit about the year 1834, and was introduced to general notice 
by Mr. Matheson, the gardener, in 1865. The original tree is still in existence. 
Description .— Fruit: medium sized, roundish and slightly flattened, ribbed at the apex and 
angular on the sides. Skin : deep golden yellow on the shaded side, and deep clear crimson on the 
side next the sun ; dotted all over with russet specks. Eye : rather closed. Stalk : half an inch to 
three quarters long, frequently a mere knob. Flesh : yellowish, very tender and juicy, sweet and 
with a fine flavour. 
An excellent winter dessert apple, in season from Christmas until May. Its fine colour 
renders it attractive on the dessert table. 
The tree grows as a bush, but as it is a very shy bearer, it requires a sheltered position ; 
otherwise it will lose the favour its merits as a dessert fruit should ensure for it. 
