Bicolor apple similar to Gala but larger and less acidic with purple petals. Origin: Nevis Fruit Co. Ltd., Central Otago, New Zealand by J. McLaren. Kidds D-8 × o.p.; USPP 20,016; 26 May 2009. Tree: moderate vigor; spreading, open habit; 45-90° crotch angles; annual bearing. Fruit: round; conical; blocky appearance; medium-large, 86 mm diameter; mottled red blush overcolor and green-yellow ground color; medium-white lenticels; flesh white; medium firmness but melting; mildly subacid, delicate slightly aromatic flavor; ripens early midseason; moderate storage life.
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