Ballyfatten (apple) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Malus domestica 'Ballyfatten' |
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Ballyfatten apples
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| Species | Malus domestica |
| Cultivar | 'Ballyfatten' |
| Origin |  , Ireland |
The Ballyfatten apple, sometimes called Bally Fatten, is a special kind of apple that people have grown for a long time. It's known as a 'cultivar', which means it's a specific variety of a plant that has been developed and kept through farming.
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Where Did Ballyfatten Apples Come From?
The Ballyfatten apple first appeared in northern Ireland way back in 1802. It was discovered in a place called Ballyfatten. This apple has been a favorite in that area for many years.
Ballyfatten: A Great Apple for Baking
Ballyfatten apples are especially good for baking. They are known as a cooking apple because they hold their shape and flavor well when heated. This makes them perfect for pies, crumbles, and other yummy baked treats.
How Ballyfatten Apples Grow
When Do Ballyfatten Apples Flower?
Apple trees need to flower before they can grow fruit. For Ballyfatten apples, here's how their flowering time usually goes:
- Around May 13, about 10% of the flowers have opened.
- By May 17, most of the flowers are fully open, about 80% of them.
- Around May 24, about 90% of the flower petals have fallen off.
How Do Ballyfatten Apples Get Pollinated?
For Ballyfatten apples to grow fruit, their flowers need to be pollinated. This means they need pollen from another apple tree. Ballyfatten apples need pollen from an apple tree that belongs to flowering group A, B, or C. They can also get pollen from a group directly above or below these. This helps the apples grow big and healthy.
When to Pick Ballyfatten Apples
The best time to pick Ballyfatten apples is usually in late September. This is when they are ripe and ready to be enjoyed, especially for cooking!
