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Sweet cherry variety 'Aija'

Aija

Image author: From the DI archive

The variety 'Aija' was registered in Latvia in the name of the Dobele DSIS ( Institute of Horticulture ) in 1998. The variety was bred by Silvija Ruisa from P. Upītis' sweet cherry breeding material.

Trees on seedling rootstock grow large, strong, crown wide pyramidal, medium thick. In the Dobele area, trees have overwintered well even after harsh winters. Produce very well. The variety is resistant to fungal diseases.

The fruits are attractive, round, soft, their average weight is 4 g. 'Aija' ripens in the Dobele area in the first decade of July. The variety is distinguished by high productivity and regular production.

The fruits ripen evenly and do not crack.

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