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Malus domestica 'Par-Fect Spur Criterion'

Cultivar

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Characteristics

A perennial hermaphrodite deciduous tree.
Life form perennial
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Foliage retention deciduous
Sexuality hermaphrodite
Pollination entomogamy
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Cultivation

Origin: near Albany, Ore., by A.O. Fechtig. A semi­spur mutation of Criterion. USPP 6043; 1 Nov. 1988; assigned to TRECO®, Woodburn, Ore. Tree: spur growth habit; tree 25% smaller than Criterion; precocious; strongly biennial; spurs break off easily when picking. Fruit: medium to large; variable in shape; green to yellow ground color with pink to rose blush; skin tough; texture firmer than Criterion, coarse; flavor good, aromatic; harvest date early to mid October, 1 week earlier than Criterion; storage life good; excellent shelf life.
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Optimum temperature (C°) 14 - 27
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Synonyms

Malus domestica 'Fechtig' Malus domestica 'Par-Fect Spur Criterion'
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