Hambledon Deux Ans

The Hambledon Deux Ans was discovered in 1750 in Hambledon, Hampshire and became popular in the 19th Century when it was said that every garden in Hampshire had a Deusans tree. Some people think that the tree was imported from France as its growth pattern is similar to the shape of a French apple tree and of course the name alludes to it being French.



The variety is a cooking apple and can still be found growing in some gardens in Hambledon. The tree is locally called the ‘Hambledon Dozen’ and the apples are known to be capable of being kept stored for two years.

The tree is a very vigorous spreading tree which crops well on spurs. It requires pollination partners In Group 3. The apple is large with a dull, deep green background flushed with brownish red stripes which brighten to orange red on ripening. It can be harvested from mid to late October and will keep very well for about 5 months in cold storage.

The creamy white flesh has a sweet, rich taste and makes a good apple sauce or can be used in pies and tarts, holding its shape well.