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The Pride Of Washington State |
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Granny Smith |
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The color of this apple is green. It is extremely tart, crisp, juicy and versatile. It is available all year round. Bright green Granny Smith has a pink blush. |
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Its tartness really comes through when baked and sautéed. Grannies are a favorite in the State of Washington apple-pie bakers. |
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They are also excellent for snacking and salads. Their harvest occurs during the month of October and warm days and cool nights ensure its crunch and flavor. |
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It was introduced into the market in 1868 and its place of origin is Australia. It is believed this variety descents from French Crabapples cultivated by Australian grandmother Mary Ann Smith |