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James Grieve Apple
A versatile Scottish apple with a balance of sweetness and acidity, ideal for both eating fresh and cooking. It ripens in late summer and has a tender, juicy texture.
Basic Information
Species:
Apple
Variety:
James Grieve
Scientific Name:
Malus domestica 'James Grieve'
Cramond Trees Location
Related Tree Tags:
6
Location:
Cramond House 6
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More about the Tree
Uses and Benefits:
A versatile Scottish heritage apple, excellent both fresh and cooked. Its juicy flesh breaks down into a smooth purée, making it perfect for pies and applesauce. The tree is hardy and productive, and the wood, while not a primary timber source, is occasionally used for small woodworking projects.
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Fun facts:
Originated in Edinburgh in 1893, named after a nurseryman who also bred rhododendrons.
Turns almost translucent when cooked - nicknamed "the jelly apple".
A parent of the 'Pink Lady' apple.
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