Abstract: A new and novel Prunus Rootstock is described and which has a vigorous growth habit, and which further shows a high level of tolerance to being grown in a high moisture environment.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree which is denominated varietally as ‘S-49’ is described, and which further produces an attractively colored fig which is ripe for harvesting and shipment of a second crop during late July and early August under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree is disclosed, and which produces a green to yellow skinned fig fruit of the common, or persistent type, and which further has an excellent size, and which additionally holds its size later in the season than other commercial fig varieties under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of early-season clingstone peach tree (i.e., Prunus persica) is provided. Attractive fruit is formed that is well suited for processing having uniform yellow flesh that is free from red staining at the pit cavity. The fruit color, flavor, and texture are believed to be superior to the ‘Dixon’ and ‘Andross’ cultivars (both non-patented in the United States). The fruit ripens at approximately four days earlier than the ‘Andross’ cultivar. The pink flowers are medium-sized and non-showy and the growth habit is uprightspreading.

Abstract: A new prune cultivar designated ‘D6N-72’ has been developed. The new cultivar is the result of a cross between ‘Improved French’ and ‘Tulare Giant.’ The fruit of this cultivar are large, light purple to light bluish purple in color and covered with a grayish waxy bloom. The ‘D6N-72’ tree is productive and a regular bearer.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of prune tree (i.e., Prunus domestica) is provided that resulted from a controlled breeding program. The new cultivar exhibits extreme precocity and a vigorous growth habit. Flowers are formed in abundance. Very large early-maturing fruit also is formed in abundance on a regular basis that is dark purple under a greyish and waxy epidermal bloom. The fruit is particularly well suited for the fresh prune market.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of prune tree (i.e., Prunus domestica) is provided that resulted from a controlled breeding program. Quality early-maturing fruit is formed that is particularly well suited for the dried fruit market. The tree is regular bearing and vigorous. Dark purple fruit with a medium waxy bloom is formed that, when compared to the fruit of the ‘Improved French’ cultivar (non-patented in the United States), is larger, matures approximately 7 to 10 days earlier, and possesses a lighter, more complex fruity taste with a higher sugar content. The fruit stone is nearly free and machine pits well.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Asian pear tree (Pyrus pyrifolia) and which is denominated as 85.10-23 is described, and which produces a yellow colored white fleshed fruit which is mature for harvesting and shipment during the second and third weeks of July under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of early-season clingstone peach tree (i.e., Prunus persica) is provided. Attractive fruit is formed that is well suited for processing having uniform yellow flesh that is free from red staining at the pit cavity. The fruit color, flavor, and texture are believed to be superior to the ‘Dixon’ and ‘Andross’ cultivars (both non-patented in the United States). The fruit ripens at approximately four days earlier than the ‘Andross’ cultivar. The pink flowers are medium-sized and non-showy and the growth habit is upright-spreading.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of Peach tree which is somewhat remotely similar to the Gemfree Peach Tree (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 1,409) with which it is most closely related in its date of harvest, but from which it is distinguished therefrom by producing fruit which are mature for commercial harvesting and shipment approximately June 4 through June 10 and which further produces a medium sized, globose shapede fruit having a semi-clingstone nature and which exhibits a deep red to a lighter orange-red skin color, a golden yellow colored flesh and has an excellent flavor.

Abstract: The `Emperor` is a large, blue, midseason plum with high quality and high productivity. To date, the selection has been tolerant of high summer temperatures in both the tree and the fruit. The plum has substantial potential for widespread domestic use, as well as for the export market.

Abstract: The `Hesse` variety of peach tree is a high quality canning clingstone peach in the extra late maturity group. The peach is productive and ripens from late in August to early September and addresses the need for a high quality canning clingstone peach to replace the extra late but poor quality cultivar `Corona`.

Abstract: A high quality canning clingstone peach in the late maturity group which ripens between the `Ross` and `Dr. Davis` varieties and has an extended storage life after harvest and prior to processing.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of peach tree demoninated varietally as Autumn Flame and which is characterized as to novelty by a date of maturity for commercial harvesting and shipment of approximately September 4 through September 20 under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of peach tree (i.e., Prunus persica) is provided that originated as a scaffold mutation of unknown causation of the `Ross` cultivar (U.S. Plant Pat. No. 4,863). The new cultivar forms attractive fruit that is well suited for canning which matures approximately ten days later than that of the parent `Ross` cultivar. Commonly a distinct red stripe is formed on the suture line of the fruit. All other characteristics of the new cultivar are believed to be substantially identical to those of the `Ross` cultivar. The later fruit maturity offers fruit growers and canneries more flexibility in the harvesting and canning of the fruit crop through the simultaneous growing of the `Ross` cultivar and the new cultivar of the present invention without sacrifice of fruit quality.

Abstract: A new and distinct cultivar of Marianna rootstock that originated as an open-pollinated seedling is provided. The new cultivar is particularly well suited for use as prune rootstock. When compared to the previously utilized Marianna `2624` cultivar, it is found that the new cultivar exhibits superior root anchorage and a significantly reduced tendency to form unwanted suckers. Also, the new cultivar when compared per se to the Marianna `2624` cultivar is found to set considerably more fruit, to form smaller fruit, and to possess a pit that is considerably smaller. Good wet soil tolerance is exhibited. The new cultivar propagates well by the use of cuttings.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree which is denominated varietally as ‘S-49’ is described, and which further produces an attractively colored fig which is ripe for harvesting and shipment of a second crop during late July and early August under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of Central California.

Abstract: A new and distinct variety of fig tree is disclosed, and which produces a green to yellow skinned fig fruit of the common, or persistent type, and which further has an excellent size, and which additionally holds its size later in the season than other commercial fig varieties under the ecological conditions prevailing in the San Joaquin Valley of central California.

Abstract: The ‘S-54’ fig tree is a common-type fig tree, characterized by high vigor, precocious growth, and abundant production of large yellow to yellow-green figs. ‘S-54’ figs have a very small, closed eye that restricts the entrance of insects and spores that may cause internal decay or unwanted pollination. The skin of ‘S-54’ figs is moderately thick and durable, making the fruit well-suited for packing and shipping as a fresh market product. The fruit pulp is an attractive red color, has fine texture and is sweet and rich in flavor.

Abstract: A new prune cultivar designated ‘UC G2S-8’ has been developed. The fruit of this cultivar are medium, yellow in color and covered with a grayish waxy bloom. The ‘UC G2S-8’ tree is productive and a regular bearer.