Willis's Russet
AppleWillis's Russet
Origin and History
The Willis's Russet originated on the farm of Mr. Willis in Sudbury, Massachusetts.
Tree Characteristics
The tree is hardy and vigorous, bearing abundantly.
Fruit
Size and Form: Small, oblate conic.
Color and Surface: Russet on a yellow ground, occasionally with a sunny cheek.
Stem (Stalk): Long, slender, curved; set in a large cavity.
Calyx: Closed.
Basin: Shallow.
Flesh and Flavor: Tender and juicy, with a rich pear-like flavor. Quality rated Very good.
Season and Storage
Ripens in December and January.
Book Sources
Described in 2 period pomological works
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— A.J. Downing, The Fruits and Fruit Trees of America (1900)Willis's Russet.
Origin, farm of Mr. Willis, Sudbury, Mass. Tree hardy, vigorous, and an abundant bearer.
Fruit small, oblate conic, russet on a yellow ground, and occasionally a sunny cheek. Stalk long, slender, curved, set in a large cavity. Calyx closed. Basin shallow. Flesh tender, juicy, with a rich pear-like flavor. Very good. December, January.