Laxton’s Superb
£17.50
Another variety with Cox parentage being raised at Laxton’s Nursery, Bedford. Largely purple red skin over greenish-yellow base with some redder stripes. Often has a Cox like flavour – crisp, juicy & refreshing. Apples round conical in shape. Hardy and suitable for most areas. Rootstock: MM106 & M26
Pollination group – D Picking time – Early October Storage until – January
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