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'''Gravenstein''' is a apple variety found in 4 tree(s) across Central Oregon heritage orchards. | '''Gravenstein''' is a apple variety found in 4 tree(s) across Central Oregon heritage orchards. | ||
== Description == | |||
'''Gravenstein''' is a heritage apple variety with a rich history in American orchards. | |||
=== Characteristics === | |||
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| '''Origin''' || Disputed; likely Italy or southern Germany, brought to Graefenstein Castle, Schleswig-Holstein (now Denmark) in the 17th century | |||
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| '''Harvest Season''' || Early (late July to late August) | |||
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| '''Flavor Profile''' || Sweet-sharp balance; clean, crisp; very aromatic | |||
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| '''Storage''' || Poor - about 1 week; does not transport well | |||
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=== Uses === | |||
* Fresh eating (excellent) | |||
* Cooking | |||
* Applesauce | |||
* Cider | |||
* Drying | |||
=== History === | |||
Named after Grasten (Gravenstein) Castle in Denmark. Proclaimed Denmark's national apple in 2005. Introduced to California by Russian fur traders at Fort Ross around 1811-1820. | |||
== Trees == | == Trees == | ||
Revision as of 23:19, 2 February 2026
| Gravenstein | |
|---|---|
| Species | Apple |
| Trees Found | 2 |
| Orchards | El Rancho,Grandview |
Gravenstein is a apple variety found in 4 tree(s) across Central Oregon heritage orchards.
Description
Gravenstein is a heritage apple variety with a rich history in American orchards.
Characteristics
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Origin | Disputed; likely Italy or southern Germany, brought to Graefenstein Castle, Schleswig-Holstein (now Denmark) in the 17th century |
| Harvest Season | Early (late July to late August) |
| Flavor Profile | Sweet-sharp balance; clean, crisp; very aromatic |
| Storage | Poor - about 1 week; does not transport well |
Uses
- Fresh eating (excellent)
- Cooking
- Applesauce
- Cider
- Drying
History
Named after Grasten (Gravenstein) Castle in Denmark. Proclaimed Denmark's national apple in 2005. Introduced to California by Russian fur traders at Fort Ross around 1811-1820.
Trees
USDA Pomological Watercolors
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POM00002050 by Arnold, Mary Daisy, Arlington -
POM00002051 by Arnold, Mary Daisy, Arlington -
POM00002052 by Newton, Amanda Almira, Albermarle -
POM00002053 by Newton, Amanda Almira, Truro -
POM00002054 by Lower, Elsie E. b., Missoula -
POM00003613 by Shull, James Marion -
POM00003854 by Shull, James Marion, Kentville -
POM00003985 by Schutt, Ellen Isham
U.S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection. Rare and Special Collections, National Agricultural Library, Beltsville, MD 20705
