Long Homer (Long John)
AppleLong Homer (Long John)
Origin and History
Originated by S. A. Alling, Homer, Minnesota. The name Long John was already occupied, prompting the proposed change to Long Homer.
Tree
Not described in source.
Fruit
Size and Form
Fruit above medium size; form oblong, truncated.
Skin
Nearly solid very dark red; dots obscure, few, and minute.
Stem
Long.
Cavity
Regular, acute, slightly russeted.
Calyx and Basin
Basin deep, abrupt, wide, nearly smooth, with minute wrinkles.
Core and Seeds
Core large, clasping, with circular outline. Core tube conical. Stamens median.
Flesh and Flavor
Flesh white, stained next to the skin. Juicy with good flavor.
Season
Late fall.
Uses
Not described in source.
Book Sources
Described in 1 period pomological work
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— N.E. Hansen, A Study of Northwestern Apples (1902)Long Homer (Long John)—Originated by S. A. Alling, Homer, Minnesota. The name Long John is already occupied, hence the above suggested change—Fruit above medium, oblong truncated; surface nearly solid very dark red; dots obscure, few, minute; cavity regular, acute, slightly russeted; stem long; basin deep, abrupt, wide, nearly smooth, with minute wrinkles. Core large, clasping, circular outline; tube conical; stamens median; flesh white, stained next to skin, juicy, good. Late fall.