Mid Season • Sweet
Ripens
Early September
Characteristics
Refreshing, sprightly, vinous flavor. Crisp, juicy flesh that makes a great pie. An excellent fresh eating, dessert or baking apple. Wonderful for single-variety pies.
History
Originating from Excelsior, Minnesota on Peter Gideon's farm, 1860. The random result from planting seed from a Cherry Crabapple. Named after his wife, Wealthy Gideon.
Offspring: Epicure, Haralson, Laxton's Fortune, Red Sauce, William's Pride.
Storage
6 weeks
Notes
Wealthy has a long blooming period, making it a great pollinator for other varieties.
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