Pioneer

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Tree Characteristics

Chilling requirement Medium (400-600)
Vigour Strong
Growth habit Semi-Upright
Crotch angles Medium
Tree size Medium
Flowering 4th Week of August*
Full bloom 1st Week of September*
Flower shape Rosaceous
Pollen compatibility Self-Compatible
Bearing habit On both spurs and shoots
Disease susceptibility (Normal sprays) Normal to High

Thinning

Pollinator African Rose
Fruit set Moderate
Blossom or fruit Fruit
Intensity of flowers High

Fruit Characteristics

Harvest date (first pick) 3rd Week of November*
Control cultivar African Rose
Production (kg/tree) Good (20kg)
Fruit size distribution Count A-AA
Shape Round
Skin colour Bright Red
Flesh colour Light Yellow
Eating quality Good
Texture Melting
Storage ability Good for 4 weeks at dual temperature

Info

Released to industry Yes
Fruit type
Selection No -
Usage Fresh
Origin ARC, Infruitec-Nietvoorbij
Owner -
S.A. License -
PBR Granted Yes
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