Organic Apple Tree Transparente Blanche - Malus domestica

Malus domestica 'Transparente Blanche' is an ancient variety that produces fruits from the beginning of summer. It produces a round, slightly conical apple, of medium to large size, with a thin and smooth skin, uniformly white-green, punctuated with grey and green at the top. Its white flesh is fine, crunchy, very tender, juicy, very sweet and slightly acidic. From early July, the fruits can be consumed immediately after harvest. With a very short shelf life and sensitivity to impact, they are best enjoyed as they ripen. A refreshing and invigorating apple, delicious to eat straight from the tree or cooked in compotes or jellies. It is a self-fertile variety (diploid) that is fairly productive, but the presence of other apple varieties nearby will improve its yield.

Malus domestica, also known as Malus communis or Malus pumila, is commonly called the Common or Domestic Apple. It belongs to the Rosaceae family. Present in France and Europe since ancient times, it is a fruit tree native to the forests of Central Asia. It has excellent hardiness and is probably the most cultivated fruit tree in Northern Europe. There are approximately 20,000 varieties, including around 10,000 of American origin, 2,000 of English origin, and 2,000 of Chinese origin. The 'Transparente Blanche' Apple is known by many synonyms: Harvest Apple, De Revel, Summer Ice, Saint-Anne, Saint-Jean, Sultan, Transparente Jaune, Weisser Klarapfel. This variety originates from Riga, the capital of Latvia, located on the Baltic Sea, from where it was likely brought back by soldiers during the Russian campaign in 1812. In 1852, Mr. André Leroy, a renowned pomologist and nurseryman in Angers, introduced it to France.

The 'Transparente Blanche' Apple is a spreading tree that can reach approximately 5 metres (16 feet) in height and 4 metres (13 feet) in width when fully grown. Its habit is well suited for low or high standards and espalier forms. Its foliage consists of large, ovate leaves, brownish-green on top and whitish-green on the underside, deeply toothed. The white flowering occurs around late March, early April, which makes it susceptible to spring frosts. The flowers are destroyed by frost at temperatures ranging from -2 to -3°C (28.4 to 26.6°F). It is a variety suitable for cultivation in regions with relatively early frosts. The Apple tree is a hardy plant that can withstand temperatures around -25°C (-13°F) and is suitable for cultivation in all regions. Its abundant and remarkably decorative spring flowering is particularly attractive to bees and butterflies and provides ample nectar. It is a partially self-fertile variety (diploid) that is fairly productive, but the presence of other apple varieties nearby will improve pollination and therefore increase production. Varieties such as 'Golden Delicious', 'Granny Smith', 'Reine des Reinettes', 'Tranparente de Croncels', 'Winter Banana', or any other early-flowering variety are suitable for cross-pollination.

The 'Transparente Blanche' Apple is a moderately vigorous variety, with a quick fruiting habit, providing regular and early yields, and is susceptible to scab, canker, brown rot, and red spider mites.

One of the first summer apples to be enjoyed both raw and cooked, in very fine compotes, jellies, or pastries. Easy to consume, the apple provides a great feeling of satiety. Rich in carbohydrates and fructose, it is invigorating, energizing, and rehydrating. Its content of vitamins A, B, C, and E, minerals, antioxidants, and fibre makes the apple a health asset. It is preferable to harvest and consume this variety when the fruits reach maturity, as they quickly become mealy. Sensitive to handling, it is not commonly sold in stores.

Very popular due to its fruits, the apple tree finds its rightful place in the garden, delighting both young and old. Among a wide range of apple trees, it is easy to find the variety that best suits one's preferences.