King Byerd

The King Byerd (or King Bayard)^[1] is a cultivar of domesticated apple, that originated in Cornwall. It is primarily used for cooking.^[2]

'King Byerd'
Species	Malus domestica
Cultivar	'King Byerd'
Origin	Cornwall

The fruit has green skin, which turns yellow when ripened, developing flecks of red and grey russet.^[3] It is harvested from late October, primarily in South-East England.^[4] It has a sharp, sweet taste, resulting in its mostly being recommended for cooking meals and desserts.^[2] It is considered at its best from January to March, when it mellows to have a sweet, sharp taste.^[4] The primary disease affecting the King Byerd cultivar is apple scab.^[2]