1859
Patent
U.S. PP36743
Type
- Orange-like hybrid
- Potential future classification as a true sweet orange
Origin
Developed by Fred G. Gmitter, Jr. (UF/IFAS)
Primary Market Use
Season
Late November to early January
Recommended Production System
- Conventional
- Citrus Under Protective Screen (CUPS)
- Home garden
Size and Shape
Small to large, orange-like
Color
- External Color: Orange
- Internal Color: Orange
Flavor
Excellent sweet orange-like with perceived minor tropical notes
Brix/Acid
Tree Performance under HLB
The tree appears to have HLB-tolerance. Internal quality is exceptional. Yield is variable and under observation.
General Information
- Nearly seedless triploid selection developed from an interploid cross of 'LB8- 9' Sugar Belle® × ['Nova' mandarin hybrid + 'Succari' sweet orange] somatic hybrid
- Distinctive fruit shape, color, and flavor provide excellent consumer appeal
- Exceptional external and internal color development with minimal cold induction
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