Golden Spire facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Malus domestica 'Golden Spire'
Hybrid parentage	Unknown
Cultivar	Golden Spire
Origin	England, Lancashire, about 1850

The Golden Spire apple is a special kind of apple that was first found in Lancashire, England around the year 1850. For a while, in Gloucestershire, people called it Tom Matthews. It was mostly used to make cider, which is an apple drink. But this apple is super versatile! You can also eat it fresh, make juice from it, or use it for cooking yummy dishes.

Discovering the Golden Spire Apple

The Golden Spire apple began its journey in England. It was first discovered in the county of Lancashire. This happened around the year 1850. Later, people started growing it in Gloucestershire. In that area, it got a different name: Tom Matthews. Farmers in Gloucestershire mainly grew it to make cider. However, this apple has always been good for more than just drinks.

What Does it Look Like?

This apple has a beautiful golden yellow skin. Inside, its flesh is a creamy color. It has a nice, sharp taste that makes it great for many uses. You can often spot a Golden Spire apple because it looks a bit long and sometimes has an unusual, unique shape.

Growing Golden Spire Apples

The Golden Spire apple tree is quite easy to grow. It blooms early in the spring. This means its flowers appear before many other apple trees. The tree is also "self-fertile." This is a fancy way of saying it can produce fruit all by itself. It does not need another apple tree nearby to pollinate its flowers. Because of this, it is simple to grow. It usually gives a good amount of apples every year.

How Can You Use Golden Spire Apples?

The Golden Spire apple is very useful in the kitchen. It was first used for both eating and making cider. Today, you can still enjoy eating it fresh. Its sharp taste is refreshing. It is also excellent for making fresh apple juice. Many people love to use it for cooking. It can be baked into pies, crumbles, or other tasty dishes.