Biology:Skeena cherry
| Skeena cherry | |
|---|---|
| Genus | Prunus |
| Species | Prunus avium |
| Hybrid parentage | 2N-60-7 × 2N-38-22 |
| Cultivar | Skeena |
| Origin | Summerland, British Columbia, Canada |
Skeena is a cultivar of cherry originating in Canada .
Cultivar history
The Skeena variety originated as a hybrid of two unnamed cherry hybrids. One of the parent varieties, 2N-60-7, was a hybrid of Van and Stella, while the other parent, 2N-38-32,[1] was a hybrid of Bing and Stella.[2] It was developed in Summerland, British Columbia at the Pacific Agri-Food Research Centre, for the purpose of providing a high-quality late-season cherry that matures about 14-16 days after Van. The cross was made in 1976 and selected in 1984.[3]
Tree characteristics
Trees of the Skeena cherry are vigorous and spreading, with a medium flower density.[3] It is considered significantly easier to manage its habit compared to the Lapins cultivar.[4] Like its Stella ancestor, it is self-fertile.[5] It blooms about 4-5 days later than Bing.[2]
Fruit characteristics
Skeena is considered a late-season cherry, ripening 12-15 days after Bing.[2] Its fruits are large and very firm, with dark red flesh and dark red to black skin.[4] It has a higher cracking resistance than the standard cultivars.[3] However, very high temperatures for several days can cause the fruit to become too soft, leading to post-harvest problems.[6]
References
- ↑ Kappel, Frank, et al. "'Skeena'sweet cherry." HortScience 35.2 (2000): 306-307.
- ↑ 2.0 2.1 2.2 WSU Tree Fruit: Skeena Washington State University
- ↑ 3.0 3.1 3.2 'Skeena' Sweet Cherry HortScience 35(2):306–307. April 2000
- ↑ 4.0 4.1 Summerland Varieties:Skeena
- ↑ WSU Tree Fruit: Sweet Cherry Pollination
- ↑ "Five Most Important Attributes of Sweet Cherries and the Varieties that Fill These Needs" Oregon State University Extension Service
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