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Prunus avium (L.) L. Sweet cherry · Fruit crops

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Variety description

10 August 2026

The Venus variety was bred at the Summerland Research Station in Canada. Hedelfingen and Windsor parental forms were used in the breeding.

The plant belongs to the mid-season variety group. The fruits are characterized by a dark, almost black color and good flavor qualities. The variety is often used in scientific research to evaluate productivity on various rootstocks.

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Countries of admission

3 jurisdictions

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

Parties

Maintainer
Information not available - Contact NL authorities 2 164 Responsible for variety maintenance

Admission to trade

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

  • NL Netherlands Active

    № KRS59

    Registration
    30 September 2012
  • ES Spain Active

    № 11970047

    Application
    21 February 1996
    Registration
    31 October 2011

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