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Fruits

In the nineteenth century, gentleman farmers began to hybridize new varieties of fruit. The Clapp’s Favorite Pear is one of the notable varieties, still in production today.

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Andrews Pear

Andrews Pear

Clapp’s Favorite Pear, Frederick Clapp Pear, Sarah Clapp Pear

Clapp’s Favorite Pear, Frederick Clapp Pear, Sarah Clapp Pear

Dorchester Blackberry

Dorchester Blackberry

Downer Cherry

Downer Cherry

President Wilder Strawberry

President Wilder Strawberry

Tolman Apple or Tolman Sweet Apple

Tolman Apple or Tolman Sweet Apple