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Rhode Island State Fruit:

photo of a Rhode Island greening apple
Rhode Island greening apple -
photo © Lori Alden / Cook's Thesaurus: Apples (used by permission)

Rhode Island Greening Apple

The Rhode Island greening apple was designated the official state fruit of Rhode Island in 1991. Developed in Rhode Island around 1796, the flesh of greening apples is crisp and colored yellow-green and keeps its sharp taste in cooking.

Rhode Island greening apple
Rhode Island greening apple photo © Charles and Milissa McGonegal / AeppelTreow Winery (used by permission)

 

Source:
Know Rhode Island - State Fruit - History and Facts: RI SOS
Links:
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