PLATE LXIX. 
9. GIPSY KING. 
The exact origin of this apple is not known. It first appeared in Mr. Rivers’ catalogue, in 
1876. 
Description. —F'ruit : small, two inches and a half wide, and an inch and three quarters high, 
oblate, even, and symmetrical. Skin : dull brownish red, on the side next the sun ; greenish yellow, 
with a few pale red streaks on the shaded side ; the surface being covered with patches and freckles 
of ashy grey russet. Eye : open, with divergent segments, set in a round, pretty deep, saucer-like 
basin. Stalk : half an inch long, straight, inserted in a round, wide, and rather shallow cavity. 
Flesh : yellowish, tender, juicy and sweet, with a pleasant acidity and aroma. 
A pretty dessert apple, in season from October to December. Its attractive appearance 
makes it a favourite in the market. 
The tree has the Nonpareil form of growth, with small foliage. It is compact, rather upright, 
and bears profusely in bunches. It makes a good orchard tree, and can be well grown either as a 
bush, or pyramid tree. 
