Sutter

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Sutter

Tree Characteristics

Chilling requirement High ± 800 ICU
Vigour Moderate to strong
Growth habit Semi spreading
Crotch angles Medium
Tree size Medium
Flowering 2nd week October
Full bloom 3rd week October
Flower shape Rosaceous
Pollen compatibility Self Compatible
Bearing habit Spurs and shoots
Disease susceptibility (Normal sprays) Normal

Thinning

Pollinator Muir Beauty
Fruit set Good
Blossom or fruit Fruit
Intensity of flowers High

Fruit Characteristics

Harvest date (first pick) 4th Week January*
Control cultivar 3 weeks after Tulare Giant
Production (kg/tree) Very good
Fruit size distribution 50g
Shape Oval
Skin colour Purple
Flesh colour Light yellow
Eating quality Very Good, sweet.
Texture Fine
Storage ability Medium

Info

Released to industry Yes
Fruit type
Selection No -
Usage Dry, Fresh
Origin USA
Owner University of California
S.A. License SAPO Trust
PBR Granted Yes
Sutter

A smaller prune than Tulare Giant which can extend Tulare Giant’s season.

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