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Apple tree 'Gita' (DI variety)

A disease-resistant, winter-hardy early autumn apple tree for regions with a cool climate. Crossbreed 'Liberty' x 'Melba' (bred by R. Dumbravs).

Ripening: medium early (1.5...2 weeks before 'Lobo'), fruit stays on the tree.

Shelf life: 2 - 3 months in normal storage, keeps well in ULO.

Fruit: medium to large (70…80 mm), moderately flattened, round or elongated conical.

Bark: dark red stripes or uniform russet, base color greenish-yellow; white frosting.

Flesh: cream-colored, crisp, juicy, sweet and sour, very good taste. Density 6...8 kg/cm², Brix 11...14 %, titratable acidity 0.6...0.85 %.

Tree: spreading, strong growth with large, dark green leaves. Flattened crown recommended. Very good winter hardiness. Good adaptation potential.

Yield: produces well and fairly regularly, requires little thinning.

Flowering time: medium early.

Resistance: resistant to scab, moderately resistant to powdery mildew, rot, Nectria canker.

Positive characteristics: resistant to scab (Vf/Rvi6); winter-hardy and healthy; good dessert taste; good storage properties as an autumn variety.

Disadvantages: the shape of the fruit is not always even.

€12.00