What is taliaferro apple?

Taliaferro apple is a variety of apple that is medium-sized and oval-shaped with a greenish-yellow skin color that is sometimes striped with red. It has a sweet and juicy flavor with a hint of tartness. The Taliaferro apple tree is highly productive and ripens in midseason, around September. It originated in Virginia and was named after a prominent family in the region. Taliaferro apples are commonly used for baking, cooking, and cider-making. They have a good storage life and can be kept for several months in a cool, dry place.