Newtown Pippen

Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen'

Newtown or Yellow Pippen is not the most beautiful apple in the world, but has a rich, juicy flaor with a piney tartness. It is medium to large and has excellent dessert quality. The fruit is green, breaking to light yellow when ripe. It ripens late in the season, just ahead of Granny Smith.

Height 12-16 Feet

Spread 10-14 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Newtown or Yellow Pippen is vigorous, spreading tree. It should be pollinated with late to late-mid season blooming varieties.

A Little History about Newtown Pippen Apparently Newtown Pippen was George Washington's favorite apple. It originated in Newtown, Long Island, New York in 1759.

Malus domestica 'Newtown Pippen' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Late blooming • Pollinizer needed	Fruit Characteristics • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Spreading habit	Harvest Period • Late fall • Very late season
Other Attributes • Very tart • Long-term keeper • Complex flavor • Very crisp	Site Requirements • Full Sun	Skill Required • Average skill	Uses • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Good for sauce • High dessert quality