Peach (Prunus persica) FLACĂRA

Peach (Prunus persica) 'Flacăra'

Late Romanian variety "Flame" with huge and firm fruits.

'Flacăra' (translated as "Flame") is an older but high-quality Romanian peach variety bred at the SCDP Băneasa station. It is valued primarily for its exceptionally large fruits, which ripen at the end of the season. It is ideal for growers looking for a late variety with large, attractive, and tasty fruits.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Huge fruits (240 – 260 g).
• Stone separates easily from the flesh.
• Firm flesh, fruits handle well.
• Very good aromatic taste.
• Late ripening (late summer).

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Romania
• Institution: SCDP Băneasa
• Parentage: 'J. H. Hale' × 'Elberta'
• Registration: 1968

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Medium to strong.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Very large, 240 – 260 g.
• Shape and Color: Oval. The skin is yellow, covered with dark red color on 30 – 50% of the surface.
• Flesh: Yellow, firm, fine, and juicy.
• Taste: Very good and aromatic.
• Stone: Freestone (separates from flesh).
• Usage: Universal – fresh consumption, industrial processing. Fruits tolerate handling well.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Care: Requires summer pruning (Shitt's pruning) and fruit thinning to achieve a high-quality harvest.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Late, turn of August and September (August 25 – September 5).