Japanese plum with black skin and light amber flesh. Small pit and very juicy and sweet, contrasting with sour skin. Looks similar to Angeleno plum. Softens slowly after harvest. Semi-freestone.
Common Uses
Origin
California, 1968
Pollination
Black Amber, Queen Rosa, Santa Rosa, Laroda, Casselman, partially self-fertile.
Chill Hours
Blossom Time
Harvest Time
mid season, +6 days Mariposa
Production Notes
Allow fruit to ripen before storage or flesh goes mealy. Heavy, regular production. Needs heavy, early thinning. Fruit colours well before harvest.
Disease Susceptibility
Can suffer from bacterial diseases in susceptible areas. Very susceptible to bacterial spot.
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