Hess

Hess

Origin & History Originated in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania.

Fruit

Form and Size: Medium, form variable—sometimes roundish, often conical.

Skin: Red, marked with stripes of different hues.

Flesh: Greenish white, tender.

Quality & Flavor: Good.

Season & Storage Keeps from December through February, indicating good storage capability for a winter variety.

Note on Source: This entry derives from a single, brief reference in A.J. Downing's 1900 edition. The description captures the essential identifying features (variable form favoring conical, striped red coloring, greenish-white flesh) but lacks some details common in longer pomological descriptions (e.g., stem length, calyx form, specific flavor notes). If you encounter Hess apples or historical references, additional details about tree vigor, bearing habits, and more precise flavor characteristics would strengthen future identification guidance.