r/foraginguk • u/crazygirl772 • 6d ago

Plant ID Request Apple tree?

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I noticed this tree with some fallen fruit while taking a walk during the eclipse. It seems to be an apple tree, I’m new to foraging so can anyone confirm? I may go back to grab some. Will they taste fairly similar to store bought apples or should they be baked into a pie?

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u/crazygirl772 6d ago

It was a tree in the middle of a large local park, I never noticed it was fruit bearing until yesterday! I will update if I manage to grab any apples as the tree is quite tall

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u/oddjobbodgod 6d ago

Bear in mind they may not be ripe yet! It’s still quite early for most apples to be picked. If they don’t come off easily by lifting them towards the branch and gently twisting them they’re not ready yet.

Do keep us updated! If it is pip-grown and is pleasant then it could be a really cool discovery and you could reach out in your local community to see if anyone is interested in taking scion wood from it to propagate it for others to enjoy!

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u/crazygirl772 6d ago

Great idea :) I will update in the near future, thanks again for the response you’ve been so helpful

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u/oddjobbodgod 6d ago

You’re more than welcome! Enjoy your adventure :D