Their greenish-yellow skin is rough, covered with dull red on the side that got the sun, with brown dotting.
Inside, the yellow flesh is firm and juicy. Its rich, aromatic flavour improves in storage.
The fruit ripens late October / early November.
Cooking Tips
All-purpose apples, but particularly good for cider.
Storage Hints
Stores well.
History Notes
Limbertwig Apples originated in the northern part of the American state of Georgia.
The apple was known as early as 1832.
Language Notes
The name “limbertwig” comes from their thin, flexible branches which causes the branches to bend down like Weeping Willow — as in “limber” (aka supple) branches.