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The Summit cherry was bred by Canadian breeders, based on the parent forms with code names (Van x Sam).
Description of the variety
The variety is mid-season (ripens in mid-July), in particular for this reason it is grown for sale. The tree has a conical crown. The fruits are dark red, large, glossy skin. The plant is frost-resistant.
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Characteristics
The plant is very popular among gardeners due to the high taste of the fruit and frost resistance.
Drought resistance, winter hardiness
Thanks to its winter hardiness, the tree can easily withstand harsh winters. The plant is prone to rapid growth and has an attractive conical crown. Can easily tolerate long droughts.
Pollination, flowering period and ripening time
Ripening occurs in the second half of July.
The berries do not ripen at once, but in two or three waves; accordingly, the harvest is carried out several times.
As for pollinators, this variety is a self-sterile variety that requires mandatory pollination.
Pollinators are necessary for the Summit cherry, so it would be a good idea to ensure there is an apiary nearby.
The optimal neighbors for this tree will be the varieties “Poetry” or “Rechitsa”. Flowering period is mid-May.
Productivity, fruiting
The plant has an average yield. The average annual harvest is 80 c/ha. The maximum yield is 140 c/ha.
Resistance to diseases and pests
The tree is resistant to diseases such as coccomycosis and bacterial cancer.
The maximum yield of the crop was noted in the conditions of the Central Black Earth Region.
Advantages and disadvantages
The advantages of the variety include:
- precociousness;
- high productivity;
- high quality fruits;
- good preservation of berries on the tree after ripening in the absence of precipitation.
Minuses:
- low resistance to pests;
- susceptibility to moniliosis.
Conclusion
The Summit cherry variety is quite good, suitable for gardeners who grow goods for sale. This variety has high yields and tolerates frost well.
The fruits are well transported, so the harvest can be successfully sold. Undoubtedly, this tree has its drawbacks, but still many gardeners prefer this particular variety.
