Elena

the Sharka-resistant (plum pox virus) ‚Elena‘ is a late ripening, dark blue plum of distinctive aroma on a very healthy tree

Parents:

Fellenberg x Stanley

Growth:

medium strong to strong growing, loose crown structure, broad overhanging crown; glossy, deep green foliage

Blossom:

medium late, self-fertilising

Ripeness:

late, between „Hauszwetschge“ (house plum) and Presenta, mid to end of September

Appearance:

little to medium-sized fruits, dark blue, typical plum shape

Quality:

yellow to yellowish-green fruit pulp, juicy; moderate stone loosening

Taste:

sweet, good plum flavour

Crop yield:

early onsetting, very high, thinning is recommended

Special notes:

high Sharka (plum pox virus) resistance, problem-free tree cultivation; make thinning to 37 fruits / running metre