London Sweet.
Fig. 56.—LONDON SWEET.
This vigorous, upright, and productive tree is supposed to have had its origin near Dayton, Ohio, whence it has been largely disseminated, giving entire satisfaction to all of its planters. Foliage abundant, and quite dark colored.
Fruit always fair, regular, flat, and of large size; Surface smooth, pale yellow, with scattered dots that are often colored.
Basin abrupt, regular, often having concentric cracks; Eye small and closed.
Cavity wide, regular; Stem short, rather thick.
Core medium width and closed, clasping the eye; Axis very short; Seeds variable, some being plump and some imperfect; Flesh yellowish-white, breaking, rather dry, but very sweet; Quality good; and considered by some persons the very best baking apple of its season, which is from November to January or later.