Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
crop since the early- to mid-1900s. Only about 26 varieties have been named,
and they developed as chance seedlings in the wild or on farms. On the pos-
itive side, that leaves saskatoon breeders with much room for improvement.
In addition to culinary saskatoons, several varieties have been selected for
ornamental use.
Pollination.
With the exception of the ornamental variety 'Altaglow', saska-
toons are generally self-fertile and can be planted in solid blocks. Cross-pol-
lination can help improve fruit set and quality in some locations.
TABLE 5.2
Disease-Resistant Apples
Bramley's Seedling
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Blooms:
n/a
Ripens:
very late
Apple Scab:
resistant
Cedar-Apple Rust:
susceptible
Fire Blight:
resistant
Powdery Mildew:
resistant
Notes:
The large, green, red-streaked fruits have firm, coarse flesh.
Keeps well and is very popular for baking and cider. Ripens very late.
Resistant to black rot/bitter rot and moderately resistant to white rot.
