English Apples - Dumelow's Seedling
Leicestershire apple, originating in Shackerstone. Also known as Wellington. Large, flattish fruit related to
Lane's Prince Albert (q.v.). Pale green becoming yellow; some orange mottling. Was a very popular cooking apple;
now superseded by Bramley, but still very popular in private gardens. Scented apple. Pick early October; will keep until
April. Raised by Richard Dumelow, a Shackerstone farmer, in late 1700s. Late keeper; sometimes keeps until May.
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compiled by Nigel Deacon / Diversity website
