Black Ben Davis

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Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. Apple · Fruit crops

also searched as: блак бен давис

Variety description

10 August 2026

Tree with vigorous growth in young age, forms a spreading and dense crown with moderately thick curved branches. Winter ripening variety, fruits retain freshness in storage for up to five months.

Medium-sized fruits possess an intense dark red, almost black solid color without distinct stripes. Flesh is yellowish-white, moderately juicy, taste is mild, sweet and sour.

The variety demonstrates very high resistance to woolly apple aphid and high resistance to powdery mildew, with moderate susceptibility to fire blight and vulnerability to scab and canker. Fruits are characterized by low tendency to pre-harvest drop and are suitable for fresh consumption, drying, and processing.

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