Abstract: The `Fuji Compact T.A.C. #114` strain of Fuji Apple Tree (Malus domestica) characterized by the significant compactness of its growth habit and the unique color and "finish" characteristics of its fruit, which is similar in all respects to fruit from its parent `Fuji Apple Tree: T.A.C. #114` (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 8,032).
Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Interspecific ?(Prunus armeniaca.times.(Prunus salicina.times.Prunus armeniaca)).times.Prunus salicina!.times.Prunus armeniaca; its novelty consisting of the following combination of desirable features:1. Regular and heavy production of early maturing fruit.2. Fruit with very good flavor and eating quality.3. Fruit with firm flesh, good handling and shipping quality.4. Relatively uniform fruit size throughout the tree.5. Fruit with a high degree of attractive orange skin color.6. Vigorous, semi-spreading growth habit.
Type:
Grant
Filed:
February 4, 1997
Date of Patent:
March 24, 1998
Inventors:
Chris Floyd Zaiger, Leith Marie Gardner, Gary Neil Zaiger, Grant Gene Zaiger