Ballyfatten

Malus domestica Borkh. Borkh.

Culinary

Origin

County Tyrone, Ireland

Measured Phenotype

Brix: 13.0 °Bx
Fruit height: 55.3 mm
Fruit width: 69.8 mm

Each value is the highest-precedence :Assertion attached to this cultivar; full provenance (year, evidence type, confidence) is preserved in the graph.

A large, round Irish heirloom apple with firm, dry white flesh that is sweet and slightly tart. Known for excellent keeping quality and resistance to scab and canker, it is suitable for both cooking and fresh eating.

Flavor & Texture

sweettartfirmdry

Best Uses

cookingfresh_eating

Origin & History

Origin type: chance seedling
Known by: ≥ 1740

References

USDA-NPGS: PI 206021
UK National Fruit Collection: 312
Wikidata: Q41775301