Originated as local apple in Chatham County, North Carolina. One of the best early season apples. Apple expert Lee Calhoun has helped to spread this little-known apple across North Carolina. The tree is disease resistant, a fast grower, and its limb structure is such that pruning is made much easier. The tree begins to fruit early, producing excellent apples of medium to large size. The apples are red with darker stripes, covered with prominent light dots and Very attractive. The flesh is white, firm, mildly tart, and juicy with very fine flavor. It is good for eating and cooking. It ripens over a period of several weeks in late July and early August.