Simply irresistible! If you love a tart apple or just enjoy one with good storage life and a variety of uses - the Granny Smith Apple trees are the perfect apple variety for you. Originating in Australia around 1868 as a chance seedling by Maria Ann Smith. The flowers blossoms that appear are deep pink, then open to form pink-edged white flowers. true delight. This classic favorite features sweet tart, firm and crisp fruit chocked full of vitamins and antioxidants. They also act as a good source of dietary fiber. Granny Smith Apples are the perfect cooking apples for almost anything. Meals, snacks or desserts, cider or juice, apple pie and sauces. they have a variety of culinary uses. The juicy, white flesh with lovely, bright green skin (occasionally with a subtle, pink blush) is likewise energizing, with a crisp, tart flavor. Granny Smith Apples' high acidity content makes them long-lived once cut, meaning they won't go brown as quickly. They are perfect for fruit trays and salads and also have a long shelf life. Apple growing is a fun activity for backyard enthusiasts, families and orchardists alike. Nothing like receiving your apple tree with baby apples on the branches! Young trees will start fruit production early in age.