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Prunus avium (L.) L. Sweet cherry · Fruit crops · bred by János Apostol^^^Sándor István Szügyi^^^Geza Bujdosó^^^Lilia Ivanovna Taranenko

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Variety description

10 August 2026

Fruits of the «Kira» sweet cherry variety are distinguished by high density, large size, and a bright red color. The variety possesses an excellent aroma and harmonious taste, and the ripening of the crop occurs in June.

The tree of this variety has a growth type characterized as medium-height and shows good resistance to major leaf and wood diseases. The fruits are sensitive to excess moisture during the ripening period, therefore, in rainy regions, their protection is recommended.

To ensure regular fruiting and high yields, the varieties «Kordia» and «Regina» are recommended as pollinators for «Kira».

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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QZ

active no record

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

Admission to trade

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

  • CZ Czechia Active

    № B2778

    Application
    10 October 2013
    Registration
    15 November 2018
  • HU Hungary Withdrawn

    № 450157

    Application
    21 March 2017
    Terminated
    13 May 2025

Plant breeders' rights

The right is granted for a limited term: propagation of the variety requires a license from the rights holder.

Czechia № 2249
Active
  1. Application filed 3 October 2013
  2. Registered 15 November 2018
  3. Currently active indefinite in the register

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