Unique Features: The Granny Smith apple originated in Australia in the 1800’s from a chance seedling and made it to the U.S. in the 1970’s.  Now it’s in the top 10 of recognized apples.  The heritage is most likely a wild European apple and a crabapple.  The fruit is mostly round with some bottom taper and small to medium (2.75”) in size. The thick skin is a light, bright green with some white speckling and can develop some red blush on the sunny side. The thick skin gives the Granny Smith apple a long storage potential and it also freezes well.  The white flesh is dense, firm and crisp with a citrusy-tart (sharp) flavor. The apples may be used for fresh eating, baking/cooking and salads since they are slow to brown. The Granny Smith is highly susceptible to Fire Blight.  It is also one of few self-pollinating apple trees.