Fruit is medium-large, red over a yellowy-green background, with a heavy bloom. The flesh is crisp, fragrant and juicy, with a flavour a little like berries. A choice early apple.
Common Uses
Origin
USA, modern, developed at Rutgers University in New Jersey in the 1950s.
Pollination
Diploid, self-sterile. Pollinated by Abas, Irish Peach, Lord Lambourne, McIntosh, Red Braeburn, Yarlington Mill.
Chill Hours
Blossom Time
Mid-season.
Harvest Time
Very early season. January or February.
Production Notes
Typical of early season fruit, Vista Bella only has a short shelf-life. The trees are quite vigorous.
Disease Susceptibility
Trees have shown some susceptibility to canker, black spot and mildew.
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