Origin: in Calhoun County, Mich., by Frank H. McDermid, Battle Creek, Mich. Introd. in 1967. USPP 2702; 24 Jan. 1967; assigned to Stark Bros. Nurseries & Orchards Co., Louisiana, Mo. Chance seedling discovered in 1935. Tree: large; upright, spreading; vigorous; hardy; productivity moderate. Fruit: medium large; oblong; skin smooth, thick, tough, 65% covered with bright red blush; flesh white, juicy, firm, texture fine, flavor excellent for season; McIntosh type; ripens 5 weeks before Jonathan; for fresh fruit or canning.
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