Ashmead’s Kernel

An Ashmead's Kernel Apple ready to be picked at McDougal Orchards

Harvest in Mid October

About the Ashmead’s Kernel apple

As a small, misshapen green apple discovered in 1700’s England, Ashmead’s Kernels are not especially attractive. Yet appearances can be deceiving, this variety has remained popular for well over 2 centuries. It has a distinctive flavor which is quite different from most other varieties. Ashmead’s Kernel is a versatile apple, not just for eating fresh, but also for salads and cooking, and it is a highly-valued apple for juicing and hard cider.

McDougal Orchards grows Ashmead’s Kernel apples. Located only 45 minutes from Portland, ME and 1.5 hours from Boston, MA, McDougal Orchards is easy to get to. Come enjoy picking your own fruit during the typical harvest season of Mid October, enjoy Apple Cider Donuts at Capt. Jack's Donut Shack on the weekends and browse our farm store with lots of goodies.

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Pick Your Own

Apples
Peaches
Nectarines
Plums
Pears
Fall Raspberries

Farm Store

Apples
Apple Cider (hand pressed)
Veggies
Flowers
Local Honey and Maple Syrup
Jams and Jellies
Capt. Jack's Cider Donuts
Pumpkins and Gourds
Winter Squash
Mums
Fall Decor

Location

20 min. off the ME Tpke
90 min. from Boston MA
90 min. from Manchester NH
45 min. from Portland ME
45 min. from Portsmouth NH

Services

Cash
Credit / Debit
Local Checks
EBT, WIC
Mixed Fruit CSA