Apple tree (Malus domestica) GOLDEN ROSA

Apple (Malus domestica) 'Golden Rosa'

Attractive golden variety with a red blush and smooth, russet-free skin.

'Golden Rosa' is a valuable mutation (clone B) of the popular 'Golden Delicious' variety. It differs from the original variety primarily in its more attractive appearance – the fruits feature a distinct red blush on the sunny side, and their skin does not suffer from the typical russeting ("netting"), remaining beautifully smooth and clean. It retains the excellent sweet taste and long storage life.

Key Highlights:

• Clean fruits: No russeting, smooth skin.
• Attractive appearance: Orange-gold color with a red blush.
• Excellent taste: Sweet, aromatic, with mild acidity.
• Long storage: Stores well until March.
• Universal use (fresh consumption and processing).

Origin and Registration

• Origin: Mutation (clone B) of 'Golden Delicious'.

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Growth: Growth habits are similar to 'Golden Delicious'.
• Pollination: It is self-sterile; a pollinator is required for a rich harvest.

Fruit

• Shape and Color: Fruits are elongated. The base color is orange-gold, covered by a red blush on the sunny side. The skin is smooth, without russeting.
• Flesh: Yellow, firm.
• Taste: Very good, sweet and aromatic, harmoniously balanced with mild acidity.
• Usage: Versatile – for fresh eating, baking, and cider.

Resistance and Requirements

• Cultivation: Requires similar conditions to Golden Delicious. The advantage is higher skin quality (resistance to russeting).

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollinators: Suitable pollinators include 'Jonathan', 'Pionier', 'Florina', and 'Generos'.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Harvested a few days later than the classic 'Golden Delicious'.
• Storage: Excellent, fruits can be stored until March.