Apple tree (Malus domestica) VELOX

Apple (Malus domestica) 'Velox'

Attractive winter variety with dark red, ribbed fruits and good resistance.

'Velox' is an interesting apple variety that catches the eye mainly with its large, dark red fruits featuring characteristic ribbing. It is a high-quality winter variety offering juicy flesh with a pleasant sweet and aromatic taste. Growers appreciate its good resistance to fungal diseases and long storage life, making it suitable for home gardens.

Key Highlights:

• Attractive fruits: Large, dark red, with typical ribbing.
• Long storage: Lasts in the cellar until March.
• Good resistance: Resistant to scab and powdery mildew.
• Excellent taste: Sweet, aromatic, and juicy.
• Suitable for fresh consumption during winter.

Origin and Registration

• Origin: Specific details about origin are not specified.

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Growth: Medium to strong vigor.
• Productivity: Standard, regular.
• Pollination: It is self-sterile; requires a pollinator.

Fruit

• Size: Large fruits.
• Shape and Color: Elongated truncated conical shape, distinctly ribbed. The skin is attractive dark red.
• Flesh: Yellowish to slightly greenish, juicy.
• Taste: Sweet, with a pleasant aroma.
• Usage: Primarily intended for fresh consumption.

Resistance and Requirements

• Resistance: The variety shows good resistance to scab and powdery mildew, facilitating its cultivation.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollinators: Suitable pollinators include 'Idared', 'Romus 3', and 'Golden Delicious'.

Harvest and Storage

• Storage: Excellent. Fruits can be stored for a long time, lasting until March.