Falstaff, a notable addition to the apple landscape, originated in Kent during the 1980s, prioritizing modern growers' emphasis on visual appeal. With a sizable, attractive form featuring a delightful red blush on a golden yellow base, Falstaff brings a contemporary twist to the renowned Golden Delicious. While its size and hue trace back to Golden Delicious, its flavor predominantly takes after James Grieve, an acidic apple from Scotland in the 1890s. A variant, Red Falstaff, shares characteristics with its counterpart but boasts a more alluring and pronounced red color. Straight from the tree, Falstaff offers a crisp and juicy experience with light cream-colored flesh. Though its flavor lacks Victorian apple intricacy, it presents a well-balanced blend of sweetness from Golden Delicious and acidity from James Grieve, with a pleasing sharpness when consumed straight from the tree. There's a hint of classic English style, possibly inherited from one of its grandparents, like Cox's Orange Pippin. Falstaff, similar to many James Grieve descendants, is ideal for crafting homemade apple juice. Both Falstaff and Red Falstaff rank among the finest varieties for garden enthusiasts, offering abundant, high-quality yields with minimal effort, making them suitable for all levels of gardening skills. Despite a slight vulnerability to scab, it rarely poses a significant issue. Universally appealing, Falstaff fulfills expectations associated with apples, catering to both connoisseurs and those who claim not to enjoy apples.
Fruit Ready to Pick: October
Falstaff, a notable addition to the apple landscape, originated in Kent during the 1980s, prioritizing modern growers' emphasis on visual appeal. With a sizable, attractive form featuring a delightful red blush on a golden yellow base, Falstaff brings a contemporary twist to the renowned Golden Delicious. While its size and hue trace back to Golden Delicious, its flavor predominantly takes after James Grieve, an acidic apple from Scotland in the 1890s. A variant, Red Falstaff, shares characteristics with its counterpart but boasts a more alluring and pronounced red color. Straight from the tree, Falstaff offers a crisp and juicy experience with light cream-colored flesh. Though its flavor lacks Victorian apple intricacy, it presents a well-balanced blend of sweetness from Golden Delicious and acidity from James Grieve, with a pleasing sharpness when consumed straight from the tree. There's a hint of classic English style, possibly inherited from one of its grandparents, like Cox's Orange Pippin. Falstaff, similar to many James Grieve descendants, is ideal for crafting homemade apple juice. Both Falstaff and Red Falstaff rank among the finest varieties for garden enthusiasts, offering abundant, high-quality yields with minimal effort, making them suitable for all levels of gardening skills. Despite a slight vulnerability to scab, it rarely poses a significant issue. Universally appealing, Falstaff fulfills expectations associated with apples, catering to both connoisseurs and those who claim not to enjoy apples.
Fruit Ready to Pick: October
Water Needs / Maintence
Moderate/ Moderate
Spaced Apart
3-4.5m (10-15ft)
Pollination Group
2
Overall Height
Semi dwarf 2.5 - 3.5m (8-12ft)
Species
Malus domestica
Root Stock
Fruits ready to be picked
October
