Brith Mawr

Brith Mawr is a rediscovered Welsh dual-purpose apple valued for its versatility in cooking, fresh eating after storage, and cider making. 

It produces a sharply flavoured fruit that softens and mellows over time, making it highly adaptable in both kitchen and orchard use.

Features

• Dual-purpose cooking and dessert apple
• Sharp, brisk flavour when freshly picked
• Excellent for puree and cooking applications
• Improves to a refreshing eating apple after storage
• Also suitable for cider production
• Medium vigour tree with balanced growth habit
• Rediscovered Welsh heritage variety

Origins / Notes

Originally recorded in Newport, South Wales (1934), where it was once widely grown before disappearing from records.

The variety was later rediscovered near Cardiff and identified by Fair Oak Nurseries, leading to its reintroduction and preservation as part of Welsh apple heritage.

Disease Resistance

Generally hardy and adaptable in UK growing conditions.

Pollination-season

Mid-season flowering

Harvest-season

Mid-season harvest, typically September to early October.

Storage

Short to medium storage life. Best used for cooking immediately after harvest, but flavour softens in storage, developing into a brisk dessert apple.

Choosing your Rootstock 

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