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Newtown or Yellow Pippen

Newtown Pippen

Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen'

Newtown or Yellow Pippen is not the most beautiful apple in the world, but has a rich, juicy flaor with a piney tartness. It is medium to large and has excellent dessert quality. The fruit is green, breaking to light yellow when ripe. It ripens late in the season, just ahead of Granny Smith.

Newtown Pippen Pricing

Item # Description Price
1498 Newtown Pippen on Semi-Standard (M 111) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade $22.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-16 Feet

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Spread

10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Newtown or Yellow Pippen is vigorous, spreading tree. It should be pollinated with late to late-mid season blooming varieties.

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A Little History about Newtown Pippen

Apparently Newtown Pippen was George Washington's favorite apple. It originated in Newtown, Long Island, New York in 1759.

Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Late blooming
• Pollinizer needed
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
Growth Rate/Habit
• Average vigor
• Spreading habit
Harvest Period
• Very late season
• Late fall
Other Attributes
• Very crisp
• Very tart
• Long-term keeper
• Complex flavor
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
Skill Required
• Average skill
Uses
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking
• Good for pies
• Good for sauce