Organic Apple Tree Reinette Grise du Canada

The Reinette Grise du Canada Apple is an old variety that is very vigorous and resistant to diseases, adapting well to many regions. It has very good fertility, although the tree is somewhat susceptible to alternate bearing. From September, it produces large, firm, flattened and irregular fruits. The colour and appearance of the skin are unusual taking on beautiful cinnamon tones and becoming slightly rough when ripe. Its flesh is white, fine, melting, juicy, and deliciously flavoured, balanced between sweet and tart. It can be stored until March, but the flesh becomes more floury over time. It is a perfect apple for cooking and baking.

The "Reinette" Apple family includes more than 50 varieties. Reinette Grise du Canada was first described in 1805 by Clavé. There is no precise information about its origin. When mature, the tree reaches about 6m (20ft) high and has a spread of 4 to 5m (13 to 16ft).

The Canada Reinette Apple is a strongly vigorous tree with sturdy wood and a semi-erect habit. Its crown opens up with the fruit load, allowing for necessary ventilation to prevent disease development. It has low susceptibility to scab. Over time, it tends to take on a slightly weeping form.
Its foliage consists of very large, ovate, slightly hairy leaves that are dark green on top and whitish-green underneath, with deeply toothed margins.
It flowers in April, at the same time as Granny Smith, Queen of the Pippins, Idared and Golden Delicious, which are excellent pollinators. Although self-fertile, the Reinette Grise du Canada apple will have a better fruit set if other apple trees are present.
The apples ripen from September. It is recommended to harvest them at this time and consume them from December to March. The large, flattened fruits have a cinnamon hue when ripe.

Reinette Grise du Canada apples are excellent for cooking, but they are also delicious when eaten raw. They can be used to make compotes, jams, pies, fritters and cakes, or served as a side dish with savoury dishes...

For shipping purposes, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipment. They are suitable for all common training systems: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, but not high standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.