Watson Jonathan

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Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. Apple · Fruit crops

also searched as: вацон йонатан

Variety description

10 August 2026

The variety is a mutation of the Jonathan apple. In scientific literature, it has become widespread as a control sample for comparing flesh firmness, sugar content, and other fruit quality indicators when researching other varieties.

The fruits are of the dessert type and are suitable for fresh consumption, possessing a characteristic acidity. Studies note the variety's sensitivity to weight loss during storage. The variety does not possess the complex disease resistance characteristic of modern breeding achievements.

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Countries of admission

1 jurisdiction

Green indicates countries where the variety is listed in the national catalogue and its seeds are authorized for sale. Expired registrations are marked separately: the variety was previously admitted, but sale is no longer permitted.

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Variety in registries Regions of admission, rights holders, and status of plant breeders' rights

Parties

Applicant: Újfehértói GyKF Kht. 13 Submitted the application to the register
Maintainer: Újfehértói GyKF Kht. 13 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

The variety is listed in the national registry — its seeds are authorized for sale in this country.

HU Hungary Active

№ 304072

Application

6 April 1995

Registration

13 November 1997

Registry	Number	Application	Registration	Terminated	Status
HU Hungary	304072	6 April 1995	13 November 1997	—	Active

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