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== Trees ==
== Trees ==
* [[Osborn Springs Tree 113|Osborn Springs #113]] (good)
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== USDA Pomological Watercolors ==
== USDA Pomological Watercolors ==

Revision as of 23:30, 2 February 2026

Stark
Species Apple
Trees Found 1
Orchards Osborn Springs
Preserved Clarno Arboretum(2025)


Stark is a apple variety found in 1 tree(s) across Central Oregon heritage orchards.

Description

Stark is a heritage apple variety with a rich history in American orchards.

Characteristics

Attribute Details
Origin Likely Ohio or Indiana, USA; mid to late 1800s
Harvest Season Late fall (October)
Flavor Profile Mildly tart, pleasant flavor; firm flesh
Storage Good - stores well

Uses

  • Fresh eating
  • Cooking
  • Baking

History

An old American variety, possibly associated with or distributed by Stark Brothers Nurseries. Heritage trees in Oregon may represent early settler plantings.

Trees

TreeOrchardTagCondition
Osborn Springs Tree 113Osborn Springs113good

USDA Pomological Watercolors

U.S. Department of Agriculture Pomological Watercolor Collection. Rare and Special Collections, National Agricultural Library, Beltsville, MD 20705