Prima

OriginM. floribunda 821 × Rome Beauty crosses. Sown Urbana 1958, first selection released 1970, PRI (Universities of Purdue, Rutgers and Illinois Co-operative scab resistant breeding program), USA.
Tree Moderate vigour, spreading.
Disease status Scab resistant, moderate tolerance to fireblight and mildew.
Chilling requirement Medium.
Blossom and pollination Early–mid season.
Abas, Jerseymac, Cripps Pink.
Fruit shape Medium flat conical.
Skin and flesh Bright red over 60–80% of surface.
Attractive, pale greenish flesh; crisp, juicy but a bit tart.
Harvest and yield About a week after Earliblaze or 2 weeks before Jonathan.
Storage Short.
Appearance

Prima

This information forms part of Agfact H4.1.12 Apple varieties.