wise apple

A smug, sarcastic person who constantly tries to upstage others (usually to their annoyance). Does that kid ever shut up? He's a real wise apple. Quit making rude comments like that, or people will think you're a wise apple.

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The Court Pendu Plat is also known as the "Wise Apple" because it blooms late and avoids the spring frosts.

During such an outing, it's entirely probable that Jane Austen saw an orchard that included some of the "Wise Apple" in bloom in the middle of June.

Apples and apple-blossom time (wherein Jane Austen's reputation for meticulous observation is vindicated)

A wise apple grower starts by learning which pests and diseases are causes for local concern, and then acts on each condition with targeted understanding.

Ask the apple grower

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