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Cider apple trees
Kingston Black

Kingston Black is one of the premier English cider varieties and produces a bittersharp juice.
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Growing


Cider apple trees
Kingston Black
Gardening skillExperienced
Self-fertilityNot self-fertile
Flowering group4
Disease resistancePoor
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Using


Cider apple trees
Kingston Black
Picking seasonVery late
Season of use2-3 weeks
Food usesHard cider
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Climate


Cider apple trees
Kingston Black
Cold hardiness (USDA)Zone 5 (-29C)
Summer average maximum temperaturesCool ( 20-24C / 68-75F)
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Identification


Cider apple trees
Kingston Black
Country of originUnited Kingdom
Period of origin1850 - 1899
Fruit colourCrimson
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