Fig. 68.—CRACKING.
This variety had its origin in the eastern part of Ohio. The tree is a strong grower and productive.
Fruit large, oblate, somewhat uneven and irregular, but handsome; Surface smooth, greenish-yellow until ripe, when it is often tinged with red; Dots numerous, minute, indented and green.
Basin wide, folded; Eye medium, closed.
Cavity acute, wavy, brown; Stem short, rather stout.
Core wide, open, clasping the eye; Seeds large, pointed, dark; Flesh yellow, breaking, juicy; Flavor sub-acid; quality nearly first rate; Use, kitchen and table; Season September and October.
Cranberry Pippin.
This is a beautiful apple which originated near Hudson, New York. Tree vigorous, very productive.
Fruit large, flat, regular; Surface very smooth, bright, clear yellow, with a shining scarlet cheek; Dots minute.