GOLDEN REINDERS
Origin:
Sport of Golden Delicious, Netherlands
Picking date:
Mid-season
Fruit size:
70/85
Uses:
optimal qualities in mountainous areas, specially adapted to the markets of Northern Europe
Blossom date:
Mid season (as for Golden Delicious)
Pollinator :
Red Delicious, Granny Smith, Gala, Fuji, Reine des reinettes, Cox, Idared, Red Pippin, Malus INRA® Perpetu® Evereste, Malus Golden Gem, Malus INRA® Baugene®
Vigour:
average to good
Time till first cropping / yields:
very rapid / very good yields in the suitable areas
Susceptibility to alternate bearing / thinning :
low susceptibility to alternate bearing / rather easy chemical thinning
Susceptibility / resistance to diseases:
susceptible scab,average susceptible to mildew, low susceptibility to canker
Skin / shape:
smooth, very light lenticels, very susceptible to russetting
Flesh / taste:
crisp and juicy
Storage potential:
good balance between flavour, sugars and acidity (especially in the adapted areas)
