Herefordshire Russet Apple trees are well-spurred trees, well-shaped, and fairly vigorous. Despite its name, Hereford Russet is a modern variety bred by Hugh Ermen in Kent in 2002 by crossing a Cox’s Orange Pippin with a Golden Delicious. The result is a compact, productive tree with outstanding flavour and excellent disease resistance. This variety is easy to grow and well-suited to British conditions, including cooler regions. Pretty as well as productive.

Bare root planting in winter is the best way to establish a healthy, long-lived tree, ensuring strong roots before spring growth begins. With its combination of flavour, reliability, and ornamental value, ‘Herefordshire Russet’ is a fine choice for any garden orchard.

Common Name: Hereford Russet
Latin Name: Malus domestica
Position: Full sun
Soil: Fertile, well-drained soil
Flowering period: Spring
Fruiting: Early October
Rate of growth: Fast-growing
Flowering period: April and May
Wildlife: Blossom for bees, fruit for birds and small mammals
Hardiness: Fully Hardy
Height & Spread in maturity: M27 1.2 – 1.8 metres x 1.5 metres & MM106 3-4 metres x 4 metres