RED CHIEF
Description
Vigour of this variety is weak with a straight growing habit, and is good for a high-density growing system. It is blossoming just before Golden Delicious, a good pollinator. Overall characteristics are of a typical spur variety. POLLINATORS: Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, Idared, Gala, Fuji FRUIT APPEARANCE: Shape of this variety is very beautiful, elongated with 5 distinct points on the bottom. Intense red color on the whole surface of the fruit, with stripe blushes. The flesh of this variety is white in color, firm to soft, and taste is sweet with almost no acidity. FRUIT SIZE: Excellent, large fruit size can be obtained. Excess fruit on the tree can result in a smaller caliber, so it is recommended to do a proper thinning. HARVEST: Middle to end of September, similar to Golden Delicious. COMMERCIAL USE: It is a popular apple on the market, with the advantage of its shape and storage capability. It is a consistent
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