| Cultivar Name: |
FA 17
|
| Type |
Peach |
| Synonyms |
Glowingstar (R)
|
| Patent |
International Plant Management 1998 PP10556
|
| Parentage |
P. persica cv. `Fayette` x cv. `Newhaven`
|
| Species |
Prunus persica
|
| Usage |
Scion
|
| Products |
Culinary
Fresh Market
Shipping
|
| Yield |
High
|
| Flesh Color |
Yellow-orange
|
| Pit |
Freestone
|
| Ripening time |
+1
weeks relative to
Elberta
|
| Self Compatible |
Yes - Self Compatible
|
| Description |
This cultivar of peach "FA 17" was developed by Annette and Randy Bjorge in a peach breeding program at Fruit Acres Farms. "FA 17" was developed as a first generation cross between "Fayette" and "Newhaven". Fruit; Large, round, substantially 80 to 90% rich dark red over bright orange fruits with a blush color pattern, firm, yellow flesh and non-browning; freestone. Excellent shipping qualities and it stores well in the cooler. Fruit hangs well on the tree even when it is completely ripe. Tree: Strong, vigorous, very productive. Good resistance to Bacterial Spot. |
| References |
- Sierra Gold Nurseries Variety Descriptions. Link
- United States Patent and Trademark Office
- Fruit Acres Farms: Stellar Peach Breeding Program; Link
|
No photos for this cultivar.
