Accession

Searsmont, ME [Waldo County]

Synonyms

Maiden’s Blush, Blush, Hawthornden (of the English), Red Creek, Lady Blush, Vestal

Origin

Northeast

Year

1800

Season

Early Fall

Uses

Fresh eating/dessert, Cooking, Drying

Color

Yellow, Red, Pink

Physical Characteristics

Large, Blush, Conic, Waxy

Distinctive Features

Waxy yellow with a dull red or pink blush, large, slightly conic.

Resembles

Gideon, White Winter Pearmain, Gardiner Yellow, Pound Sweet

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