Cherry tree named ‘Royal Dawn’

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of cherry tree (Prunus avium). Its novelty consists of the following unique combination of desirable features that are outstanding in a new variety. The following features of the tree and its fruit are characterized with the tree budded on Mahaleb rootstock (non-patented), grown on Hanford sandy loam soil with Storie Index rating 95, in USDA Hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., and with standard commercial cultural fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying, irrigation and fertilization. 1. Heavy and regular production of medium to large size fruit. 2. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 3. The ability of the fruit to hold firm on the tree 12 to 14 days after maturity (shipping ripe). 4. Fruit with firm flesh, good handling and shipping quality. 5. Vigorous, upright tree growth. 6. Fruit with excellent flavor and eating quality.

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