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Did you know...Sources attribute the origin of the name Greengage variably to several members of the Gage family. One account states that the cultivar was brought into England by the Rev. John Gage who obtained them from the Chartreuse Monastery.[1] "Green Gages" were imported into England from France in 1724 by Sir William Gage, 2nd Baronet (d. 1727), from whom they get their English name. 
greengages DescriptionThe Greengage (Prunus domestica or the Reine Claude) is an edible drupaceous fruit, a cultivar of the plum. It was developed in France from a green-fruited wild plum (Ganerik) originally found in Asia Minor. It is identified by its small, oval shape, smooth-textured flesh, and ranging in colour from green to yellow, grown in temperate areas. They are known for their rich, confectionery flavour that causes them to be considered one of the finest dessert plums. Fruit SelectionPurchase gages with smooth, clean, shiny skin and a good color. Avoid dull skin, bruises, and punctures. Recommended StorageIn the fridge for up to 4 weeks. Check them often and remove any decayed apples, since one rotten apple can spoil them all. |