It is therefore not surprising that Vernooij and Kievits are happy with the first load of Tessas. And an apple tree should last about fifteen years, so grower Vernooij hopes that the apple will appeal to consumers. In any case, the Tessa is a pleasure to grow, says Vernooij. “The apples are robust, before they are picked they are bright red (pleasant to the eye), have a long shelf life and can withstand a blow. I don’t want to lose weight from my other varieties, but this one has a lot of advantages.”
Will Cothense ‘Tessa’ become a permanent name in the apple aisle? ‘This one has a lot of plus points’
