Peach (Prunus persica) LU-V-140

Peach (Prunus persica) 'LU-V-140'

Proven Latvian variety with high yield and large fruits.

'LU-V-140' is a promising Latvian peach variety bred at the Botanical Garden of the University of Latvia by Viktors Vārna. Although not yet officially registered, it is a long-tested and proven variety that has demonstrated good frost resistance and high yields in Latvian conditions.

Main advantages of the variety:

• High yield.
• Large, juicy fruits with an attractive pink blush.
• Relatively good frost resistance.
• Proven in cooler conditions (Latvia).
• Sweet-sour refreshing taste.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Latvia
• Institution: Botanical Garden of the University of Latvia (LU Botāniskais dārzs)
• Breeder: Viktors Vārna
• Status: Not yet registered (breeding code LU-V-140).

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Bearing: Starts bearing in the 4th year after planting.

Fruit

• Size: Large.
• Shape: Round.
• Color: Yellow with a pinkish blush.
• Flesh: Juicy.
• Taste: Sweet-sour.

Resistance and Requirements

• Frost resistance: Relatively good.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Note: Has a medium tendency to premature fruit drop.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Mid-early, mid-August (later than the 'Maira' variety).
• Yield: High.