Variety traits

Apple Bud

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh.

The term refers to a critical phenological development stage of the apple tree, known as the "pink bud" stage, as well as a morphological varietal trait concerning the color intensity of flower buds prior to opening.

In the reference 23 varieties crop Apple, where this is mentioned in the description.

The "pink bud" stage is a key phase of apple organogenesis, used as a phenological marker for scheduling protective agrotechnical measures. The timing of this phase is recorded during variety testing to assess the genotype's earliness and its adaptation to the climatic conditions of the cultivation zone.

As a morphological trait, bud color is used in pomological descriptions and DUS guidelines for variety identification. The intensity of pigmentation is assessed visually using descriptive scales without applying quantitative units, with differences in coloration serving as an important tool for differentiating varieties.

General information about the subject — on the page Budding.

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Varieties of Apple mentioned in the description

Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.

Wellspur Delicious

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

ES FR HU

6 records

Revidar

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

2 records

Beauty of Bath

Active

Malus domestica (Suckow) Borkh. · Apple

5 records