Plum (Prunus domestica) ADELYN

Plum (Prunus domestica) 'Adelyn'

A top-tier Latvian variety with attractive and tasty fruits.

'Adelyn' (syn. 'Adele') is a new Latvian plum variety, rated in Latvia as one of the best and most promising for commercial cultivation. It stands out with a combination of abundant and stable productivity, early entry into bearing, and very tasty, juicy fruits. The fruits are medium to large, yellow with an attractive red blush, and the flesh separates well from the stone. Due to its quality and reliability, it is an excellent choice not only for professionals but also for discerning home gardeners.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Attractive bicolored fruits: Yellow fruits with a beautiful red blush.
• Very good taste: The flesh is firm, juicy, and well-balanced in flavor.
• Good and stable productivity: Delivers a reliable harvest every year.
• Good freestone quality: Makes it easy to eat and process.
• Short-term storability: Lasts up to 2 weeks in the refrigerator without losing quality.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Latvia, Dobele
• Year of registration: 2018

Variety Characteristics

Tree

Growth is strong and upright, forming a sturdy, easily trainable crown. It comes into bearing early (3rd–4th year) and yields abundantly. The variety is cross-pollinated; to ensure a harvest, it needs another plum variety blooming at the same time nearby (e.g., 'Ance', 'Victoria').

Fruit

• Size: Medium to large (35–45 g, exceptionally up to 65 g).
• Skin: Yellow, with an attractive pinkish-red blush on the sunny side.
• Flesh: Yellow, firm, and juicy. The stone separates well.
• Taste: Good to very good, sweet.

Resistance and Requirements

• Resistance: The variety is characterized by an overall good health status.

Growing Recommendations

• Use: A top-quality dessert variety for fresh consumption.
• Suitability: Suitable for home gardeners and commercial orchards.
• Pollination: As it is cross-pollinated, it requires the presence of another plum tree as a pollinator.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Late August to early September.
• Eating maturity: Immediately after harvest.
• Storability: Good; can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks without losing quality.