Domino (S)
Apricot, Prunus armeniaca
The very early to early ripening apricot Domino (S) is characterised by the following quality features: very attractive appearance, fine aroma without intrusive acidity, relatively high cracking stability and resistance to plum pox virus.
A minimum order of 25 trees per fruit grower is required.
Blossom
Blooming date, -intensity
very early, ideal to high blossom density
Fertility
partially self-fertile, external fertilisation is recommended
Pollinator
CARMINGO ™ Pricia (S), TSUNAMI ™ EA 5016 (S), Flopria (S), Orangenaprikose, PINK MARRY ™
Frost susceptibility
moderate susceptibility to blossom frost; damage to blossoms mainly in the lower part of the canopy
Fruit
Ripening time
very early to early, 8-10 days before 'Flopria (S)'
Scale, shape
medium to large, slightly oblong, limited suture, plane fruit apex
Colour
intense orange ground colour, 50-70% shiny light red over colour
Fruit flesh
intense orange, finely textured, at full maturity tender melting and very juicy
Taste
mild apricot flavour, less acidity, firm slightly sour skin
Cracking sensitivity
relatively stable despite stronger suture
Stone separability
very good
Plum Pox
resistant according to breeder
Storage
good shelf-life for an early ripening apricot
Tree
Vigour
medium strong, widely spreading, very well garnished, sufficiently branched, medium to dark green foliage
Crop load
medium high yield
Origin
Breeder, Place
PSB Producción Vegetal S.L., Spain
Intellectual property
PSB Producción Vegetal S.L., Spain
Crossing number
S36-29
Property rights
registered for EU plant variety rights