Apple tree (Malus domestica) TALLINNA PIRNÕUN

Apple (Malus domestica) 'Tallinna pirnõun' (Tallinn Pear-Apple)

An old Estonian variety with a characteristic pear flavour.

'Tallinna pirnõun' (meaning "Tallinn Pear-Apple") is an old Estonian landrace variety, described as early as the 18th century. It is valued for its characteristic pear flavour and good frost resistance. Despite its low yield and late entry into bearing, it has great breeding significance.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Sweet taste with a characteristic pear flavour.
• Good frost resistance.
• Significant in breeding.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Estonia
• Origin: An old Estonian landrace variety, described as early as the 18th century.
• Synonyms: Rēveles Bumbierābele, ‘Revalischer Birnapfel’

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Growth: Vigorous, upright.
• Crown: Requires frequent thinning pruning.

Fruit

• Size and weight: Medium-sized, with a weight of 60 – 100 g.
• Shape and colour: Broadly conical. Greenish-yellow to whitish, most of the surface is covered with a dark red colour with distinct stripes.
• Flesh: Soft.
• Flavour: Sweet, with a characteristic pear flavour.
• Use: Versatile.

Resistance and Requirements

• Frost resistance: Good.
• Disease resistance: Moderately susceptible to scab (fruits), more resistant on leaves. Susceptible to canker on wet soils.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Second half of August to early September.
• Storability: Short.
• Yield: Low.
• Entry into bearing: Late.