Diel's Reinette
AppleDiel's Reinette
Origin/History
Raised by Van Mons. Historical names include Reinette Diel and Diel Kernobst.
Tree
Strong, healthy, vigorous grower. Abundant bearer.
Fruit
Size and Form: Below medium; roundish oblate.
Color and Surface: Orange yellow at maturity. Marked with crimson and russety dots and spots.
Flesh: White, firm, crisp, juicy, rich, and spicy in flavor.
Stem, Cavity, Calyx, Basin, Core, and Seeds: Not described in source.
Season
December to March.
Uses
Not described in source.
Subtypes/Variants
Not described in source.
Book Sources
Described in 1 period pomological work
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— A.J. Downing, The Fruits and Fruit Trees of America (1900)Diel's Reinette. Reinette Diel. Diel Kernobst. This variety was raised by Van Mons. Tree strong, healthy, vigorous grower, and abundant bearer. Fruit below medium, roundish oblate, orange yellow at maturity, with crimson and russety dots and spots. Flesh white, firm, crisp, juicy rich, spicy. December to March.