Beaver Cherry – AB

Description

Description of the Beaver Cherry

The Beaver Cherry, developed from a seedling of ‘Schneider’ in 1966 by the Wageningen Station in the Netherlands, offers purple to black fruits, with dark flesh and dark juice. These cherries, with a flattened heart-shaped shape, are characterized by their firmness and excellent sweet flavor. The strain is ideal for hobbyists looking to harvest as early as the first half of July.

Botanical Features

• Family: Rosaceae
• Genus: Prunus
• Species: avium
• Cultivar: ‘Castor’

Port of the Tree

• Port Type: Semi-erect
• Vigour: Medium to High
• Productivity: Regular and very good

Fruit of the Cherry Beaver

• Fruit colour: Purple to black
• Average fruit weight: 8.2 g
• Firmness: 21.3 (1/10 mm)
• Quality: 17.8 °Brix
• Burst Strength: Good, with a rate of 11.4%
• Rot Resistance: Very good, with a rate of only 2.7%

Flowering and Pollination

• Flowering time: 3 days after ‘Burlat’
• Recommended pollinators: ‘Annabella’, ‘Bigarreau Ghijssens’, ‘Kordia’

Growing Conditions

• Exhibition: Full sun
• Pruning techniques: Horizontal pruning of branches to promote balance and good fruiting
• Cold resistance: Good, suitable for many regions

Benefits

• Flavour: Sweet and juicy fruits, very popular with gourmets
• Appearance: Beautiful purple-black cherries, very decorative
• Production: Early July, allowing the cherry season to be extended

Planting and Maintenance Tips

• Plant in well-drained soil, in full sun to optimize growth and productivity.
• Ensure good irrigation without saturating the soil, especially during dry periods.
• Provide enough space to accommodate the tree’s vigour, with appropriate planting distances to facilitate air circulation and reduce the risk of disease.

The Beaver Cherry is an excellent choice for cherry lovers, offering not only great quality fruit but also a beautiful ornamental aspect in the garden. With its spread flowering and abundant production, it is a valuable addition to any orchard.

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