Plum (Prunus salicina) FRIAR

Japanese Plum (Prunus salicina) 'Friar'

Large-fruited Californian variety with black skin and high yield.

'Friar' is a popular Japanese plum variety from California, bred by J. Weinberger. It is sought after for its large to extremely large fruits, which are resistant to cracking and tolerate transport well. It provides a very high and regular yield of quality fruits.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Extremely large fruits (around 75 g).
• Very high and regular yield.
• Fruits are resistant to cracking.
• Good transportability and storage life.
• Crunchy and juicy flesh.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: USA (California)
• Author: J. Weinberger
• Parentage: 'Gaviota' × 'Nubiana'
• Type: Japanese Plum

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Medium strong, with strong vertical growth.
• Yield: Early onset, very high and regular.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Large to extremely large, around 75 g.
• Shape: Round.
• Skin: Smooth, shiny, purple to almost black. It is resistant to cracking.
• Flesh: White-yellow, firm, crunchy, and juicy.
• Taste: Sweet, with a sour touch.
• Stone: Freestone (separates from flesh).
• Usage: Primarily for fresh consumption.

Resistance and Requirements

• Properties: Fruits are very resistant to cracking and tolerate transport well.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollination: Self-sterile. Requires a pollinator. Suitable varieties: 'Santa Rosa', 'Black Diamond', 'Laroda'.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: August.
• Storage: Good.