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'Peasgood's Nonsuch'
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Genus Malus
Species M. domestica
Cultivar 'Peasgood's Nonsuch'
Origin Raised by Mrs Peasgood, Lincolnshire, England from seed sown in about 1858

'Peasgood's Nonsuch' is a special type of apple. It's known for being big and tasty! You can eat it fresh, right off the tree. It's also great for cooking, like making apple pies or sauces. This apple first grew in England a long time ago.

About the Peasgood's Nonsuch Apple

What is a Special Apple Type?

A cultivar is like a special kind of plant. It has been grown by people to have certain features. For example, 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' is a cultivar. This means it's a specific type of apple. It has unique qualities that make it different from other apples.

Where Did This Apple Come From?

The 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' apple has an interesting history. It was first grown in England. A woman named Mrs. Peasgood planted its seed. This happened in Lincolnshire, England, around the year 1858. So, this apple has been around for a long time!

What's Special About Its Taste?

This apple is known for being good to eat fresh. It's also excellent for cooking. Many people use it to make delicious apple dishes. It has a good balance of sweetness and tartness. This makes it a favorite for many recipes.

Apple Nutrients

The 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' apple has some interesting facts about its content. It contains about 13.5% sugar. It also has about 15.5 grams of acid per liter. Plus, it provides about 21 milligrams of Vitamin C for every 100 grams. Vitamin C is good for your health!

The Apple Family Tree

Apples, like people, can have a family tree. The 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' apple has a parent. One of its parents is another apple type called 'Alexander'. This means 'Alexander' helped create the 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' apple.

Descendant Apples

The 'Peasgood's Nonsuch' apple also has many "children." These are other apple types that came from it. Some of these descendant apples include:

  • Iedzenu
  • Reverend W. Wilks
  • S.T. Wright
  • Shoesmith
  • Victory
  • Alastair Cannon Whithe
  • John Waterer

These apples share some traits with 'Peasgood's Nonsuch'.

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