Fruit tree variety comparisons
 Marguerite Marillat |  Muscadet de Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|
| Marguerite Marillat is a traditional pear raised by Mr Marillat in the 1870s and named after his wife. | A very old French bittersweet cider variety. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Pear trees Marguerite Marillat | Cider apple trees Muscadet de Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Average | |
| Self-fertility | Not self-fertile | Not self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 3 | 2 |
| Disease resistance | Average |
Using
| Pear trees Marguerite Marillat | Cider apple trees Muscadet de Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Mid | Mid |
| Season of use | 2-3 weeks | |
| Food uses | Hard cider |
Climate
| Pear trees Marguerite Marillat | Cider apple trees Muscadet de Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|
| Cold hardiness (USDA) | Zone 4 (-34C) | |
| Summer average maximum temperatures | Cool ( 20-24C / 68-75F) Warm (25-30C / 76-85F) |
Identification
| Pear trees Marguerite Marillat | Cider apple trees Muscadet de Dieppe | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | France | France |
| Period of origin | 1850 - 1899 | 1700 - 1749 |
| Fruit colour | Russet Yellow | Orange flush |
| Flesh colour | White |