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Fruit tree comparison - D'Arcy Spice
Apple trees
D'Arcy Spice

An old English apple variety, yet with a unique flavour and many unusual qualities.
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Growing


Apple trees
D'Arcy Spice
Gardening skillExperienced
Self-fertilityPartially self-fertile
Flowering group4
Pollinating othersPoor
Fruit bearingSpur-bearer
Climate suitabilityTemperate climates
Mild damp climates
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Using


Apple trees
D'Arcy Spice
Picking seasonVery late
Keeping (of fruit)3 months or more
CroppingLight
Food usesEating fresh
Culinary
Juice
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Problems


Apple trees
D'Arcy Spice
Disease resistanceGood
CankerSome resistance
Scab (Apple and Pear)Some resistance
Powdery mildewVery resistant
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Identification


Apple trees
D'Arcy Spice
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Period of origin1750 - 1799
Blossom colourWhite
Fruit colourRusset
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