This exciting new custard apple variety sets heavy fruit crops without the need for hand pollination (41% set vs 3% of standard varieties).
It is a self pollinating sport from Hillary Pinks Mammoth. This variety is well suited to high density, mechanically pruned orchard systems for viable production systems.
Commercial or trial status
Commercial
Origin
An Australian custard apple variety
(PBR#2002/049)
Maturity
Timely pruning to encourage out of season flowering will make reliable Spring/early Summer fruit possible in suitable climates.
Comments
This exciting new custard apple variety sets heavy fruit crops without the need for hand pollination (41% set vs 3% of standard varieties).
It is a self pollinating sport from Hillary Pinks Mammoth. This variety is well suited to high density, mechanically pruned orchard systems for viable production systems.